Paul Bettany

**Paul Bettany** was born on May 27, 1971 in London and is best known for his pivotal role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as J.A.R.V.I.S. and Vision, notably in the Disney+ miniseries *WandaVision* (2021) which got him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. He kickstarted his career with films like *Gangster No. 1* (2000), *A Knight's Tale* (2001), and *A Beautiful Mind* (2001). His portrayal of Stephen Maturin in the film *Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World* (2003) got him nominated for a BAFTA Award. Bettany's filmography includes notable films like *Dogville* (2003), *The Da Vinci Code* (2006), *Margin Call* (2011), *Legend* (2015), and *Solo: A Star Wars Story* (2018). He also made his directorial debut with *Shelter* in 2014. On television and theatre, Bettany showcased his versatility by portraying characters like Ian Campbell, 11th Duke of Argyll in *A Very British Scandal* and Andy Warhol in *The Collaboration* on the West End, followed by Broadway. From a street performer to a celebrated actor and director, Bettany's journey has been inspiring. Bettany lived in a small flat and earned by playing guitar as a busker. His keen interest in performing arts led him to enrol at the Drama Centre London. It was his talent and dedication that navigated him through stage performances, BBC productions to landing roles in Hollywood. His first big Hollywood production was *A Knight's Tale* for which he received much acclaim. His portrayal of Stephen Maturin in *Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World* got him accolades including British Actor of the Year, and Best Actor awards. Paul's remarkable performance and consistent dedication to his craft has made him a global star.