Peter Dinklage
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Gender: Male
Place of Birth: Morristown, New Jersey, USA
Biography:
Peter Dinklage, an American actor born and raised in Morristown, New Jersey, has carved out an impressive career since his breakout role in "The Station Agent" in 2003. With German, Irish, and English roots, Dinklage began honing his craft at Bennington College where he received a degree in drama in 1991.
His remarkable theater work showcases the unique range of his acting abilities, with notable performances in plays such as "The Killing Act," "Imperfect Love," Ivan Turgenev's "A Month in the Country," as well as the title roles in William Shakespeare's "Richard III" and Anton Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya."
Dinklage made a strong impact with his debut film, "Living in Oblivion" (1995), where he played an actor struggling with limited and stereotypical roles for actors with dwarfism. However, it was his starring role in "The Station Agent" that garnered critical acclaim and several award nominations, including Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role at the Screen Actors Guild Awards and Best Male Lead at the Film Independent Spirit Awards.
Throughout his career, Dinklage has appeared in a variety of feature films such as "Elf," "Suspect Zero," the original English version of "Death at a Funeral," "Penelope," "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian," and "X-Men: Days of Future Past." He also made appearances in popular TV shows like "Entourage," "Life as We Know It," "Threshold," and "Nip/Tuck."
In 2011, Dinklage was cast as Tyrion Lannister in the hit HBO series "Game of Thrones," an adaptation of author George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series. The show's primary character, a man of sharp wit and bright spirit, has been brought to life with unparalleled excellence by Dinklage. His performance has garnered numerous awards, including three Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (2011, 2015, and 2018) and one Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor - Series, Miniseries or Television Film (2012).
In addition to his work on "Game of Thrones," Dinklage has continued to lend his voice to animated films such as "Ice Age: Continental Drift" and "The Angry Birds Movie." His acting career remains a testament to his remarkable talent and dedication to the craft.
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