Sean Bean

Sean Bean is a master of the silver screen, an icon of the stage, and a legend of television. The English actor has been captivating audiences with his remarkable performances since 1979, and continues to do so to this day. From his early days as a soldier in Sharpe, to his heroic turn as Boromir in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, to his memorable villainous roles in GoldenEye, Patriot Games, and Troy, Bean has been entertaining viewers for decades. It's no wonder he was chosen for the esteemed role of Eddard Stark in HBO's award-winning Game of Thrones. In addition to his live-action work, Bean has also provided his vocal talents to some of the most beloved video games and television commercials. He even lent his dulcet tones to the horror hit Silent Hill, making a lasting impression on horror fans everywhere. Sean Bean may have had a long and storied career, but that doesn't mean he doesn't have a sense of humor. When asked what he would do if he wasn't an actor, Bean joked, "I'd be a professional football player. That didn't work out so I became an actor instead."