TheOneRing.net would like to wish a very happy birthday today to Richard Armitage! Some say it was the smoldering stares. Some say it was the way he spoke and carried himself like a king. Others just can’t stop looking a the hair. Suffice it to say that the entire package Richard brought to the cast of the Hobbit movies made the character of Thorin a most memorable one.
Of course, Richard had a very successful and versatile career before taking on the role of Thorn Oakenshield, distinguishing himself in theater, film, television and even audio recording. Who can forget the smoldering, conflicted character of John Thornton in the BBC mini-series, North and South? (I said ‘smoldering’ again, didn’t I)? It’s a rare actor who can find success in just one of those creative outlets, no less all of them. As you continue to add interesting and challenging roles to your resume, Richard, we look forward to following your successes – and, we’ll always have those Hobbit DVDs. Many happy returns!
