2019: Rick Dalton in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
2015: Hugh Glass in The Revenant (WON for Best Actor)
2013: Jordan Belfort in The Wolf of Wall Street (Nominated for Best Actor)
2013: Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby
2012: Calvin Candy in Django Unchained
- Birthplace: Los Angeles, California
Transforming himself both physically and mentally for his roles, Christian Bale is recognized for his dedication to the craft of acting. His portrayal of Patrick Bateman in American Psycho brought him to prominence, and he later took on iconic characters like Batman in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight trilogy and Dick Cheney in Vice. Bale boasts an Oscar, a Golden Globe, and a Critics' Choice Award for his impressive resume.
- Birthplace: Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK
British actor Gary Oldman excels at disappearing into his roles, often portraying real-life figures with remarkable accuracy. His career highlights include playing Sirius Black in the Harry Potter series, Commissioner Gordon in The Dark Knight trilogy, and Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour, for which he earned an Academy Award. Oldman's chameleonic abilities have made him one of Hollywood's most respected actors.
- Birthplace: New Cross, London, England, UK
With a voice that is both soothing and authoritative, Morgan Freeman has been captivating audiences for over 50 years. Known for his roles in films like The Shawshank Redemption, Million Dollar Baby, and Driving Miss Daisy, this Academy Award-winning actor has demonstrated his versatility and skill time and time again. Off-screen, Freeman is an active philanthropist and aviation enthusiast.
- Birthplace: Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Never one to shy away from complex and challenging roles, Joaquin Phoenix has demonstrated exceptional range throughout his career. His performances as Johnny Cash in Walk the Line, Theodore Twombly in Her, and Arthur Fleck in Joker earned him numerous accolades, including an Oscar and three Golden Globe Awards. Phoenix is also known for his animal rights activism and environmentalism.
- Birthplace: San Juan, Puerto Rico
A powerhouse performer, Denzel Washington is often praised for his magnetic on-screen presence. His distinguished career encompasses roles in iconic films like Glory, Malcolm X, Training Day, and Fences, earning him two Oscars and three Golden Globe Awards. Washington is also an accomplished director and producer, exemplifying his passion for the art of storytelling.
- Birthplace: Mount Vernon, New York, USA
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