It is believed that in Hollywood can only succeed tall pumped up guys with the right features. But Peter Dinklage destroyed this stereotype. With a height of 135 cm, he received not only a large number of awards and recognition from critics, but also the love of fans and fans from different parts of the world.
Actor's childhood
Peter Dinklage is a Native American. He was born in New Jersey in 1969. The Dinklage family was far from the world of show business: his mother taught music, and his father worked as an
insurance agent.The family of the actor, in contrast to himself, is of medium height. Because no one could predict that one day Peter would simply stop growing. Dinklage's genetic disease leading to dwarfism is still poorly understood. And therefore, there is still no cure for it.
Peter's classmates continued to grow. Soon, a short schoolboy became the object of ridicule. It is imprinted on the character of the actor. Despite his popularity, he is shy, does not like to speak to a large number of people. In the school years, the genetic disease, because of which Peter was bullied, became the reason for his isolation and lack of communication.
First movie roles
Peter Dinklage did not despair. Instead of withdrawing into himself, he began to make his way into the world of cinema. But he got the first role only at the age of 26. Peter took part in the filming of Life in Oblivion.
After that, the roles did not flood in a stormy stream. Peter still had to hardly find worthy scenarios for himself, go to audition. The short stature of the young man made it difficult to take on any role. And the directors did not see in him the potential of a serious dramatic actor.
Peter Dinklage starred in the films Bullet, Bear Bears, Third Shift, and many others. But all these roles did not bring him success. Peter was familiar only to a narrow circle of viewers. His real glory was ahead.
Station Warden
Peter Dinklage was able to enjoy the well-deserved fame only after filming in the cult film "Station Warden". The role in this film brought the actor popularity among all fans of smart festival films.
For his role in the film "Station Warden," Dinklage was fond of the attention of critics. They wrote laudatory reviews and predicted a great future for the actor in the world of cinema.
The touching and multifaceted character of the film "Station Warden", played by Dinklage, brought him first prizes. His work was awarded the Satellite Award. Peter won the Exceptional Talent nomination.
Tales for children and adults
Thanks to his role in Station Supervisor, Peter Dinklage became famous. The filmography of the actor after this tape was replenished with a large number of interesting paintings, in which many famous artists also took part.
Together with the popular English actor Gary Oldman, Peter played in the movie Little Fingers. This touching picture, permeated with bright sadness, tells a new story about the lives of people whose growth is much lower than usual.
Dinklage has been loved by many children for their roles in the good family films Lassie and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. These tapes are included in the golden collection of films for children and youth and are still popular.
Another bright and fabulous film in the career of the actor was the tape "Penelope". This fairy tale was created for teenagers and young people to teach them to love themselves for who they are.
"Game of Thrones"
After successfully played roles, Peter Dinklage began to receive various offers. Now he played not only gnomes and elves, but also romantic heroes. The army of Dinklage fans has grown. But Peter recognized real fame thanks to his role in the cult TV series Game of Thrones.
As soon as it was decided to film George Martin’s epic saga, A Song of Ice and Fire, Peter received an offer to play Tyrion Lannister. He was one of the first actors approved for the role. He also advised the creators of actress Lena Headey, who later got the role of Cersei Lannister, Tyrion's sister.
Despite the fact that Tyrion is a lover of brothels and drinks, he became the favorite character of everyone who had watched the series at least once. Thanks to his sharp mind and subtle humor, the hero is the most interesting of all. And there is no doubt that no one would cope with this role as brilliantly as Peter Dinklage did.
The talented acting was rewarded with the Golden Globe, one of the most prestigious awards in the life of world cinema.
Personal life
Not only the actor’s career is developing happily, but also his personal life. In 2005, Peter Dinklage married Erica Schmidt. The wedding was quiet, a huge number of guests and journalists were not invited to it.
The wife of the actor is also related to the acting world, but her life is not devoted to cinema, but to theater. Erica is a theater director.
For a long time, Peter Dinklage and his wife did not have children. And only in 2011 the couple had a daughter Zelig. Parents tried not to give too much publicity to this event. For a long time, even the name of the girl was hidden from journalists and fans. But the paparazzi could not remain indifferent when they saw Peter Dinklage walk with his daughter. From the girl’s happy face, it was clear that she adored her dad.
Peter carefully preserves his personal life from the public and rarely talks about his family. From the details it is also known that he adheres to a vegetarian lifestyle.
Rich acting plans
Thanks to the role in the series "Game of Thrones", Peter began to receive offers to star not only in festival films, but also in box office movies. He takes part in a large number of paintings, and the next year will be eventful for him.
One of the most anticipated films of this year is recognized tape "People X: Days of the Past Future." This picture has gathered a galaxy of popular actors. Our hero takes a worthy place among them.
According to Peter Dinklage himself, the films This Morning in New York and Long Road Home will also be released in 2014. They expect no less than a fantastic film about the mutants.
Film lovers and fans of the actor are ready to bet that this year the work of Peter Dinklage will again be awarded with prestigious film awards. The scene of the trial of Tyrion Lannister became a real finest hour of the actor. In it, he gave his best so much that this moment cannot affect the souls of the audience. Many hopes are placed on the tandem of Peter with the Danish actor Nikolai Coster-Waldau, who plays the brother of Tyrion Jaime.
Be yourself
Peter Dinklage still doesn't like speaking to a lot of people. But he learned to accept himself as he is. The actor is not at all shy of his growth and sincerely wonders why others are afraid to offend him, calling him a dwarf. Peter does not see anything offensive in this.
Although Peter Dinklage tries to hide his personal life, photos of the actor and his family increasingly decorate the pages of the press. Every year it becomes more and more popular. He is predicted even more loud and vivid roles, a large number of awards and a successful career.
More recently, Peter could not imagine how famous the series Game of Thrones would make him. For several years, he has turned from an actor of festival films into one of the most sought-after persons in Hollywood.
Peter Dinklage is an example of a person with a strong character. He achieved what his classmates could not even dream of, laughing at his height. He teaches people to value themselves and achieve their goals.