Ian McDiarmid

Born: 1944-08-11

Birthplace: Carnoustie, Tayside, Scotland, UK

Biography

Ian McDiarmid (born 11 August 1944) is a Scottish actor and director best known for portraying Emperor Palpatine in the Star Wars film series. He has received an Olivier Award for Best Actor and a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his performances. Wikipedia

Known For

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
Sleepy Hollow
The Lost City of Z
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones
Return of the Jedi
Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Gorky Park

Top Movie Credits

Sleepy Hollow Dr. Lancaster
The Lost City of Z Sir George Goldie
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith Chancellor Palpatine / Darth Sidious
Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return Self - Emperor Palpatine
Gorky Park Professor Andreev