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Jonathan Rhys Meyers was born Jonathan Michael Francis O'Keefe on July 27, 1977 in Dublin, Ireland to Geraldine Meyers and John O'Keefe. His stage name is derived from his mother's maiden name, Meyers.
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Rhys Meyers has been romantically linked to several actresses in the past, including his Velvet Goldmine co-star Toni Collette, Rachael Leigh Cook and Estella Warren. He and Match Point co-star Scarlett Johansson both deny persistent rumors of romantic involvement. His engagement to Dublin socialite/model and university student Cha Cha Seigne ended in separation in 2003. In 2004 Rhys Meyers met companion Reena Hammer, London-based student and heiress to mother Ruby Hammer's cosmetics line (Ruby & Miller) and father George Hammer, owner of Urban Retreat Spa at Harrods. He had a brief relationship with an Irish model/tv presenter, Glenda Gilson. Jonathan and Reena's on off relationship ended in early 2007.
In January of 2007, Rhys Meyers checked into an undisclosed rehab facility seeking treatment for alcohol abuse. On April 24, 2007, the Associated Press reported that Rhys Meyers returned to treatment. The actor's representative Meredith O'Sullivan confirmed the news to People magazine citing his need to take a break from his busy schedule in order to maintain sobriety.
