Renowned for his notable performances in various iconic roles, this accomplished actor is best known for his portrayal of Elrond, the esteemed Lord of Rivendell, in the critically acclaimed Lord of the Rings trilogy. Additionally, he captivated audiences as the formidable antagonist Agent Smith in the Matrix Trilogy and took on the titular character in the captivating film V for Vendetta.
BIRTHDAY | April 4, 1960 |
BIRTHPLACE | Ibadan, Nigeria |
BIRTH SIGN | Aries |
AGE | 63 years old |
BEFORE FAME
Prior to his rise to stardom, he attended Knox Grammar School, a prestigious boarding school located in Sydney, Australia.
TRIVIA
Interestingly, the character of Agent Smith, which he flawlessly brought to life in The Matrix, was initially excluded from the script but later included due to his exceptional performance. He lent his distinct voice to the character Noah in the beloved Happy Feet franchise and also voiced the iconic Megatron in the Transformers film series.
FAMILY LIFE
In 1984, he exchanged vows with Katrina Greenwood, and together they welcomed their son, Harry, in 1989, followed by their daughter, Holly, in 1993.
ASSOCIATED
WITH Director Peter Jackson handpicked him for the role of Elrond in the critically acclaimed and award-winning Lord of the Rings trilogy, solidifying their fruitful collaboration.