Ciarán Hinds
Ciarán Hinds is widely regarded as one of the greatest Actors of their generation, with a career that has defined the industry.
Ciarán Hinds (/ˈkɪərən/ KEER-ən; born 9 February 1953) is an Irish actor from Belfast, Northern Ireland. Hinds is known for a range of screen and stage roles. He has starred in feature films including The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989), Persuasion (1995), Oscar and Lucinda (1997), Road to Perdition (2002), The Sum of All Fears (2002), Munich (2005), Amazing Grace (2007), There Will Be Blood (2007), Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
"His role as Pop in Kenneth Branagh's semi-autobiographical film "Belfast" (2021) stands as a defining career moment." — About Ciarán Hinds
| Metric | Ciarán Hinds | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 73 | 53 | +20 yrs |
| Career length | 55 yrs | ~35 yrs | +20 yrs |
| Based on 3888 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Ciarán Hinds
Did you know that Ciarán Hinds played two distinct characters in the Harry Potter universe, first as Aberforth Dumbledore and also voicing a character in a video game adaptation?
- He initially studied law at Queen's University Belfast before pursuing acting at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA).
- He was a long-standing member of the Citizens Theatre Company in Glasgow, Scotland, early in his distinguished career.
- Hinds provided the voice for the wise troll elder, Grand Pabbie, in Disney's animated films "Frozen" and "Frozen II."
- He played the iconic role of Julius Caesar in the critically acclaimed HBO historical drama series "Rome."
- He received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Kenneth Branagh's "Belfast" (2021).
His role as Pop in Kenneth Branagh's semi-autobiographical film "Belfast" (2021) stands as a defining career moment. The performance earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, deeply resonating with audiences and critics alike, and allowing him to connect with his Northern Irish roots on screen.
Ciarán Hinds is celebrated for his remarkable versatility and commanding presence, adeptly embodying a wide range of characters from historical figures to complex villains and tender patriarchs. His ability to bring gravitas and nuanced humanity to every role has cemented his reputation as one of the most respected and enduring character actors of his generation.
