Cary Elwes
Cary Elwes is an English actor and writer known for film and television roles spanning comedy, drama, and horror.
Cary Elwes is an English actor and writer known for film and television roles spanning comedy, drama, and horror. He is especially associated with Westley in The Princess Bride and Dr. Lawrence Gordon in the Saw film series. He made his film debut in Another Country in 1984.
Early life
Cary Elwes was born in Westminster, London, England, in 1962. His birth name is Ivan Simon Cary Elwes.
Acting career
Elwes began acting in the 1984 film Another Country and later became widely recognized for leading and supporting roles in major films across several genres.
Notable roles
His best-known roles include Westley in The Princess Bride, Robin Hood in Robin Hood: Men in Tights, and Dr. Lawrence Gordon in the Saw films.
Other work
In addition to acting, Elwes has worked as a writer and has appeared in both film and television productions.
Key facts
- He is widely known for playing Westley in The Princess Bride (1987).
- He played Dr. Lawrence Gordon in the Saw franchise.
- He made his film debut in Another Country in 1984.
- He was born in Westminster, London, England.
- He has also appeared in films including Twister, Liar Liar, Glory, and Bram Stoker's Dracula.
Cary Elwes is relevant to Canadian readers through the international circulation of his films and television work, including widely distributed titles such as The Princess Bride, Twister, and Saw.
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References
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000144/bio/Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, and biographical details.
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cary_ElwesSupports: Acting debut in Another Country and career overview.
- TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/cary-elwes/bio/3000188799/Supports: Birthplace, training, marriage, and general career facts.
- Encyclopedia.com — https://www.encyclopedia.com/education/news-wires-white-papers-and-books/elwes-cary-1962Supports: Full name, family background, marriage, and education-related biographical information.