Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson, born William John Neeson on June 7, 1952, in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, is a distinguished Irish actor whose career spans stage and screen. After education at Saint Patrick's College and Queen's University Belfast, he joined Dublin's Abbey Theatre, before relocating to the United States in the early 1990s. His Oscar-nominated performance in "Schindler's List" propelled him to stardom, securing roles in high-profile films like "Michael Collins," "Darkman," and the Star Wars prequel series. Neeson's versatility has seen him take on diverse characters, from historical figures to mythical creatures, in both mainstream blockbusters and art-house fare.