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Cary Elwes Biography

Birth Name:Ivan Simon Cary Elwes

Birth Place:London, England, United Kingdom

Profession Actor, Producer, Writer, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Was nominated for the Satellite Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-Series or TV film in 1999
  • Has served as an ambassador for the Audrey Hepburn Children's Fund at UNICEF
  • Trained in acting at Sarah Lawrence College and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
  • Married actress Lisa Marie Kubikoff in 2000
  • Started out working as a production assistant for actor Marlon Brando
  • Quote: "I take away something from every role․ I'm still learning and that's what life is about․"
  • Well known for his role in "The Princess Bride․"

Awards

  • 1998Blockbuster Entertainment Award-Favorite Supporting Actor - Suspense: nominated
  • 1999Golden Satellite Award-Best Actor in a Miniseries or a Motion Picture Made for Television: nominated
  • 2002Golden Satellite Award-Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or a Motion Picture Made for Television: nominated
  • 2005MTV Movie Award-Best Frightened Performance: nominated
  • 2012Finalist-Best Historical Film: nominated
  • 2020Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
  • 2024Festival Prize-Best Ensemble Cast: winner
  • 2024Family Film Award-Best Iconic Film: nominated