Irish actor Ciaran Hinds is a classically trained actor who got his start in theater. He has appeared in many Royal Shakespeare Company productions as well as several memorable movie and television roles. In December, 2008, Hinds played the role of Botticelli in the animated film The Tale of Despereaux.Tribute.ca: Ciaran Hinds bio
Early Life
Hinds was born in Belfast, Ireland, to a father who was a doctor and a mother who was an actress. He decided to follow in the footsteps of his mother, although he did start law school at first. After studying drama at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, he worked in the theater for many years, including as Richard III with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Tribute.ca: Ciaran Hinds bio
Notable Roles
- 1995: Frederick Wentworth in Persuasion'IMDb: Ciaran Hinds
- 1997: Mr. Rochester in Jane Eyre'IMDb: Ciaran Hinds
- 2004: Firmin in The Phantom of the Opera Movie
- 2005: Gaius Julius Caesar in Rome'IMDb: Ciaran Hinds
- 2007: Fletcher in There Will Be Blood'IMDb: Ciaran Hinds
- 2008: Botticelli in The Tale of Despereaux'IMDb: Ciaran Hinds
References
Fast Facts
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Birthplace
Belfast, Northern Ireland Ciaran Hinds: Official Site
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First name is pronounced "KEER-awn"
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Reportedly good friends with Liam Neeson
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Significant other
Helene Patarot
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Has a daughter named Aoife
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First movie role
