Benedict Cumberbatch
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Gender: Male
Place of Birth: Hammersmith, London, England, UK
Biography:
Born on July 19th, 1976, Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch is an accomplished English actor known for his diverse roles both on screen and stage. Over the course of his distinguished career, he has garnered multiple awards and accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award, a British Academy Television Award, and a Laurence Olivier Award.
His exceptional performances in films such as 'The Imitation Game' (2014) and 'The Power of the Dog' (2021) earned him nominations for an Academy Award, BAFTA, Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award- all for Best Actor in a Leading Role. His stellar portrayal in the five-part drama miniseries 'Patrick Melrose' even won him a prestigious BAFTA TV Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role.
In 2014, Time magazine recognized his influence and included him in their annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. His impressive contributions to performing arts and charity were acknowledged when he was appointed a CBE by Queen Elizabeth II in the 2015 Birthday Honours.
Cumberbatch began his acting journey as a graduate from Victoria University of Manchester, where he furthered his training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, earning a Master of Arts in Classical Acting. His early performances included Shakespearean productions at Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park. He made his West End debut in Richard Eyre's revival of Hedda Gabler in 2005 and has since starred in Royal National Theatre productions such as 'After the Dance' (2010) and 'Frankenstein' (2011).
Television audiences worldwide were captivated by his portrayal of Stephen Hawking in the television film 'Hawking' in 2004. However, it was his iconic role as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC series 'Sherlock,' from 2010 to 2017 that solidified his status as a global star. He also headlined Tom Stoppard's adaptation of Parade's End (2012), The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses (2016), Patrick Melrose (2018), and Brexit: The Uncivil War (2019).
In cinema, Cumberbatch has showcased his versatility with roles in 'Amazing Grace' (2006) as William Pitt the Younger, 'Star Trek Into Darkness' (2013) as Khan, 12 Years a Slave (2013) as William Prince Ford, and 'The Fifth Estate' (2013) as Julian Assange. He also starred in historical dramas such as 'The Current War' (2017), '1917' (2019), and 'The Courier' (2020). His performance in Jane Campion's Western drama, 'The Power of the Dog,' garnered critical acclaim in 2021.
From 2012 to 2014, Cumberbatch used his voice and motion capture talents to bring life to characters Smaug and Sauron in The Hobbit film series. His role as Dr. Stephen Strange in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, beginning with 'Doctor Strange' (2016), has further cemented his status as an iconic superhero actor. He also lent his voice to the character of Dr. Strange in the animated series 'What If...?' (2021).
In each role he takes on, Cumberbatch delivers performances that are both captivating and memorable, proving his dedication and talent as an actor in every sphere of his craft.
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