Charles Dance
Charles Dance stands as a defining figure among British Actors of the Baby Boomer.
Walter Charles Dance OBE (born 10 October 1946) is an English actor, screenwriter, and director. He typically plays strict, authoritarian characters or villains. He is best known for his roles as Tywin Lannister in Game of Thrones, Kitchener in The King's Man, Martin Benson in Amazon Prime's The Widow, Lord Mountbatten in Netflix's The Crown (for which he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series), Thomas in Underworld: Awakening and Underworld: Blood
"Charles Dance's portrayal of Tywin Lannister in HBO's Game of Thrones stands out as a career-defining performance." — About Charles Dance
| Metric | Charles Dance | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 79 | 53 | +26 yrs |
| Career length | 61 yrs | ~35 yrs | +26 yrs |
| Based on 3888 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Charles Dance
Did you know that Charles Dance initially trained as a graphic designer before finding his calling as an acclaimed actor?
- He originally trained as a graphic designer before pursuing acting.
- He was a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company for many years in the 1970s.
- Dance directed the 2004 film 'Ladies in Lavender,' starring Judi Dench and Maggie Smith.
- He voiced Emperor Emhyr var Emreis in 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt' video game.
- He was considered for the iconic role of James Bond multiple times in the 1980s.
Charles Dance's portrayal of Tywin Lannister in HBO's Game of Thrones stands out as a career-defining performance. His stern demeanor and commanding presence perfectly embodied the formidable patriarch, earning him widespread critical acclaim and introducing him to a massive global audience.
Charles Dance's legacy is defined by his masterful ability to embody complex, often imposing, and authoritative characters, leaving an indelible mark on both stage and screen with his commanding presence and distinctive voice.
