Anthony Hopkins – British Army

At the age of 15, Hopkins met the Welsh compatriot Richard Burton who encouraged him to study at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in Cardiff. He served in the British Army for two years. He then moved to London and enrolled at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

The rest you already know, as since then, Anthony Hopkins has become one of the most talented and successful actors of our era. His acting skills are unique and he has offered us numerous breathtaking performances in film and series alike. Hopkins has managed to win 1 Oscar, 1 Golden Globe, and 5 BAFTA Awards.