The Lord of the Rings cast: Then and now, photos
How the main actors of The Lord of the Rings look now (photo: Kinorium)
The story of the film The Lord of the Rings once captured the hearts of millions of viewers and became a green light for actors in the world of cinema.
RBC-Ukraine decided to show you how the actors who played the main roles in the film look now.
Sources from Kinorium were used in the preparation of the material.
Elijah Wood
Elijah Wood, who portrayed the main character Frodo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, became a true star thanks to the film's success. Therefore, after the release of the first part of the movie, Wood's career took off.
Wood has appeared in films such as Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, American Dad, The Treasure Island, and more. Currently, the actor is actively involved in filmmaking and takes an active role in raising his own children.
Elijah Wood (photo: Kinorium)
Orlando Bloom
After portraying the role of Legolas, Orlando Bloom's young career began to flourish rapidly. He starred in Pirates of the Caribbean alongside Johnny Depp, Troy, The Hobbit, and many other films.
Currently, Orlando remains a popular actor and a sex symbol in the world of cinema.
Orlando Bloom (photo: Kinorium)
Orlando Bloom (photo: instagram.com/orlandobloom)
Liv Tyler
The role of Arwen, embodied on screen by the 24-year-old Liv Tyler, brought her worldwide fame. The actress has had numerous roles in the film industry. After The Lord of the Rings, she appeared in films such as The Strangers, Armageddon, and others. Currently, the actress is married for the second time and is raising her children.
Liv Tyler (photo: Kinorium)
Sean Bean
Sean Bean played one of his most famous roles as Boromir, which made him a star. He also portrayed roles in films such as The Island, Troy, and in the television series Game of Thrones, making him immensely popular.
Sean Bean (photo: Kinorium)
Ian McKellen
Ian McKellen played the role of Gandalf when he was 62 years old. The actor gained widespread popularity for his roles in films such as X-Men, The Da Vinci Code, Doctor Who, and X-Men: Wolverine.
Currently, the celebrity is 84 years old, but age does not prevent him from continuing to act in the film industry.
Ian McKellen (photo: Kinorium)
Ian McKellen (photo: instagram.com/ianmckellen)
Cate Blanchett
Blanchett played the role of Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings, which brought her recognition. However, by the time she took on this role, she was already a popular actress.
The film The Lord of the Rings"brought her great acclaim and numerous awards. Cate has also appeared in films such as Babel, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Thor, and others. Currently, Blanchett is married to screenwriter Andrew Upton. The couple is raising three biological children and an adopted daughter together.
Cate Blanchett (photo: Kinorium)
Cate Blanchett (photo: instagram.com/cate_blanchettofficial)
Viggo Mortensen
Before playing Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings, Viggo Mortensen's career was rapidly ascending, and after the release of the film, he was increasingly invited to participate in successful projects. However, he became associated with villainous roles over time.
The actor also appeared in films such as Green Book, Captain Fantastic, and others. At the age of 64, Viggo Mortensen still maintains his popularity.
Viggo Mortensen (photo: Kinorium)
