Peter O'Toole

Peter O'Toole, a British-Irish actor born in 1932, carved a career marked by both acclaim and excess. His stage debut at the Bristol Old Vic and subsequent performances in Shakespearean roles earned him early recognition. O'Toole's screen debut in 1959 led to international stardom with his portrayal of T. E. Lawrence in "Lawrence of Arabia," earning his first of eight Oscar nominations, a record for unfulfilled honors. Roles in "Becket," "The Lion in Winter," and "Venus" underscored his range, while off-screen, his "hellraiser" reputation paralleled his stellar performances. Late-career roles included voice work in Pixar's "Ratatouille," capping a life in the limelight.