Andrew Garfield

Andrew Garfield is a British-American actor. He was born in Los Angeles, California, on August 20, 1983, but was raised in Epsom, Surrey, England. Garfield began his acting career in theater, performing in various productions in London's West End before transitioning to film and television.

In 2007, Garfield made his feature film debut in the British drama "Lions for Lambs," starring opposite Tom Cruise and Meryl Streep. The following year, he landed the lead role in the critically acclaimed film "Boy A," for which he won the BAFTA Television Award for Best Actor.

Garfield's breakthrough role came in 2010 when he was cast as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the rebooted "Spider-Man" franchise, directed by Marc Webb. The role earned him widespread recognition and praise from both audiences and critics. He starred in two films in the franchise, "The Amazing Spider-Man" (2012) and "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" (2014).

In addition to his work in the Spider-Man franchise, Garfield has also starred in several other notable films, including "The Social Network" (2010), "Never Let Me Go" (2010), "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus" (2009), "Hacksaw Ridge" (2016), and "Silence" (2016). He has been nominated for several awards for his performances, including a BAFTA Rising Star Award and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.

In 2008, he won the BAFTA Television Award for Best Actor for his role in the film "Boy A." The following year, he was nominated for a BAFTA Rising Star Award, recognizing up-and-coming industry talent.

In 2012, Garfield received a Golden Globe nomination for his role in the film "The Social Network." He was also nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for the same film.

In 2017, Garfield won an Olivier Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Prior Walter in the London production of "Angels in America." He also received a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for the same role when the show transferred to Broadway

In addition to these awards, Garfield has also received numerous other nominations, including a Critics' Choice Movie Award, a Saturn Award, and a Teen Choice Award. His performances have been widely praised by critics and audiences alike, and he is considered one of the most talented actors of his generation.

In recent years, Garfield has also been active in theater, playing the lead role in the 2017 "Angels in America" production in London's West End, for which he won an Olivier Award for Best Actor. He also starred in the Broadway production of "Burn This" in 2019.

Throughout his career, Garfield has been known for his dedication to his craft and his ability to immerse himself fully in the characters he plays. In addition, he is often praised for his versatility and range as an actor and is considered one of the most talented actors of his generation.