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Ron Perlman

Ron Perlman is an American actor known for film, television, stage, and voice work.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ron Perlman is an American actor known for film, television, stage, and voice work. He is widely recognized for roles in *Beauty and the Beast*, *Hellboy*, and *Sons of Anarchy*. Born in New York City on April 13, 1950, he began his professional acting career in the 1970s.

Early life and education

Ron Perlman was born in New York City on April 13, 1950. He studied at Lehman College and later earned a Master of Fine Arts from the University of Minnesota. Described as classically trained, he was active in theatre before beginning his screen career.

Acting career

Perlman’s screen career began in the late 1970s with early stage and television work, followed by film roles. He became especially known for the television series *Beauty and the Beast*, the film *Hellboy*, and later television work such as *Sons of Anarchy*. He has worked extensively in stage, film, and television.

Awards and recognition

Perlman won a Golden Globe Award for his performance in *Beauty and the Beast* and received Emmy nominations for the same role. He is frequently cited as a notable character actor in film and television.

Voice and genre work

In addition to live-action roles, Perlman has taken part in voice acting and genre productions, including video games and animated or effects-heavy films. This work has contributed to his reputation as a distinctive genre performer, often performing in roles requiring heavy makeup or prosthetics.

Key facts

  • Perlman was born in New York City on April 13, 1950.
  • He studied at Lehman College and earned an MFA from the University of Minnesota.
  • He began acting professionally in the 1970s and has worked in stage, film, and television.
  • He received a Golden Globe Award for *Beauty and the Beast*.
  • He is closely associated with genre films and characters requiring heavy makeup or prosthetics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ron Perlman?
Ron Perlman is an American actor known for film, television, stage, and voice work.
When was Ron Perlman born?
He was born on April 13, 1950.
Where was Ron Perlman born?
He was born in New York City, New York, U.S.
What is Ron Perlman best known for?
He is best known for *Beauty and the Beast*, *Hellboy*, and *Sons of Anarchy*.
Did Ron Perlman win major awards?
Yes. He won a Golden Globe Award for *Beauty and the Beast* and was also nominated for Emmy Awards.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ron_Perlman
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, education, occupation, years active
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000579/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, early biography, classically trained background
  3. Television Academyhttps://www.televisionacademy.com/bios/ron-perlman
    Supports: Birthday, birthplace, television career overview
  4. Fandangohttps://www.fandango.com/people/ron-perlman-525247/biography
    Supports: Early acting work, Broadway debut, film debut, career development
  5. TV Guidehttps://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/ron-perlman/bio/3000708755/
    Supports: Birth name and professional profile
  6. Wikipedia (Spanish)https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ron_Perlman
    Supports: Golden Globe award and voice/video game work
  7. Wikipedia (German)https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ron_Perlman
    Supports: Golden Globe, Emmy nominations, major roles including *Beauty and the Beast* and *Hellboy*
  8. Tribute.cahttps://www.tribute.ca/people/biography/ron-perlman/5202/
    Supports: Education, early life, major film and television roles, award information