Jeremy Irons
Academy Award-winning actor; Reversal of Fortune; The Lion King voice
Jeremy John Irons (born February 19, 1948) is a highly acclaimed British actor known for his distinctive voice and deeply committed character work. Born in Cowes, Isle of Wight, Irons studied at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and initially made his mark in British theatre before transitioning to film in the early 1980s. His breakout role came in 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' (1981), followed by acclaimed performances in 'Reversal of Fortune' (1990), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor portraying Claus von Bülow. Irons has demonstrated remarkable range across drama, playing complex villains in films like 'Die Hard with a Vengeance' and 'The Lion King' (voice acting as Scar), as well as introspective protagonists in 'The Mission' and 'Moonlight Sonata: Deafness in Family.' His career spans over four decades with consistent critical acclaim, and he is recognized as one of Britain's finest actors. Irons is also a committed environmental activist and UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador, using his platform for social causes.
Entertainment
British
1948
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Jeromy
Hebrew origin
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