Adrien Brody

Adrien Brody, born in 1973, rose to prominence for his searing portrayal of Władysław Szpilman in Roman Polanski's "The Pianist," earning him the Academy Award for Best Actor at 29, a record. His versatility has seen him in diverse roles across films like "The Thin Red Line," "King Kong," and Wes Anderson's idiosyncratic works, including "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "The French Dispatch." In television, Brody has lent his charisma to series such as "Peaky Blinders" and "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty," earning critical acclaim and Emmy nominations for his nuanced performances in "Houdini" and "Succession.