Sir Anthony Hopkins

Sir Anthony Hopkins, knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1993 for his services to drama, has a career enriched with numerous accolades. These include two Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and a Laurence Olivier Award, not to mention the Cecil B. DeMille Award received in 2005 and the BAFTA Fellowship for lifetime achievement in 2008. Hopkins' notable roles span across a variety of films, such as "The Silence of the Lambs" and "The Father," for which he received Academy Awards for Best Actor. The latter award made him the oldest Best Actor Oscar winner. His other Oscar-nominated films include "The Remains of the Day," "Nixon," "Amistad," and "The Two Popes."

Hopkins' work also extended to the small screen, earning a British Academy Television Award for Best Actor in "War and Peace." His roles in "The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case" and "The Bunker" won him two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series. His television endeavors also include his appearance in the HBO series "Westworld" from 2016 to 2018. On stage, Hopkins's performance in "Equus" earned him the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Play in the 1974–75 season. His portrayal of notable historical figures and his collaborations with acclaimed directors, such as Richard Attenborough, further cement his diverse acting prowess. Additionally, Hopkins has demonstrated his talent beyond acting, composing music that was performed by the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and directing films like "Dylan Thomas: Return Journey".

Aside from his acting endeavors, Hopkins has shown commitment to philanthropy, supporting various charities, including the National Trust's Snowdonia Appeal and contributing to environmental protection programs. His donation of £1 million helped preserve Snowdonia National Park in Wales. His memoir, "We Did OK, Kid" is set to release in Novemeber of 2025.