- Date of Birth: May 05, 1944
- Place of Birth: Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, UK
John Rhys-Davies Biography
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John Rhys-Davies mini-bio: Acclaimed Welsh actor John Rhys-Davies graduated from the University of East Anglia and is probably best known to film audiences for his roles in the blockbuster hits Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989). He has also had leading roles in _Victor/Victoria (1982)_ , The Living Daylights (1987) and King Solomon's Mines (1985).
Rhys-Davies, who was raised in England, Africa and Wales, credits his early exposure to classic literature for his decision to pursue acting and writing. he later refined his craft at London's renowned Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. His television credits include James Clavell's "Shogun" (1980) (mini) and "Noble House" (1988) (mini), "Great Expectations" (1989) (mini), _"War and Remembrance" (1989) (mini)_ and "Archaeology" (1991).
An avid collector of vintage automobiles, Rhys-Davies has a host of theater roles to his credit, including "the Misanthrope", "Hedda Gabler" and most of Shakespeare's works. He divides his time between Los Angeles and the Isle of Man.
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madmatty2k7posted 471 days ago -
"Certainty of deat...slight chance of success...What are we waiting for?!"
--LOTR, ROTK
XDposted 787 days ago -
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Hiya Davies!! Just wanted to say that Gimli MADE the LOTR movies. I don't know that I would have liked them very well without the skill you brought to the character. WELL DONE!!!!!!
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