10 things about Orlando Bloom

Orlando Bloom is best known for his roles in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies, but there’s more to this British actor than meets the eye. Here’s a look at some interesting facts about Orlando Bloom.

Early life

Orlando Bloom was born in Canterbury, Kent, England, on January 13, 1977. His father, Colin Stone, was a Walter Scott Prize-winning novelist; his mother, Sonia Constance Josephine Copeland-Bloom, was an educationalist and teacher who specialized in art and photography. Bloom’s mother died in a car accident when he was four. When he was fourteen, his father moved the family to London to be closer to relatives. Orlando attended the Highgate School before moving on to Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 1991. After leaving school at age sixteen with two A-level grades and seven As/Bs at GCSE level,[citation needed] he adopted the name Orlando Bloom as his professional name after being cast in a small role as a Scythian warrior in Peter Jackson’s The Fellowship of the Ring (2001).

Career

Orlando Bloom started his career as a stage actor, appearing in various West End productions. He made his film debut in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001), and subsequently achieved fame for his roles in blockbusters such as The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003), Black Hawk Down (2001), and Troy (2004). He has also starred in smaller films such as Elizabethtown (2005) and New York, I Love You (2008). In 2010, Bloom reprised his role as Legolas in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.

Filmography

Orlando Bloom first rose to prominence with his role in the movie “The Lord of the Rings.” He has since gone on to appear in a wide range of films, including “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “The Hobbit,” and “Romeo + Juliet.” Bloom has also starred in a number of stage productions, including an acclaimed role in the play “Hamlet.”

Awards

Orlando Bloom has won several awards during his career, including a Hollywood Film Award, an MTV Movie Award, and a Teen Choice Award. He has also been nominated for several Golden Globe Awards and BAFTA Awards.

Nominations

Orlando Bloom has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including the BAFTA Rising Star Award in 2003 and the MTV Movie Award for Best Fight in 2004. In 2006, he was nominated for a Golden Globe for his role in Elizabethtown.

Bloom’s work with UNICEF

Orlando Bloom has been a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador since 2009 and has spent considerable time visiting various countries to raise awareness about the work that UNICEF does. He has been particularly involved in promoting education and health initiatives, as well as helping to raise funds for the organization. In 2013, he was appointed a deputy representative of UNICEF UK and he continues to be an outspoken advocate for the rights of children around the world.

Bloom’s views on fame

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Bloom spoke candidly about his views on fame, saying “Fame is a very strange thing. It’s like a drug. It gives you a high, but then it can also be very destructive.” Bloom went on to say that he tries to stay grounded by surrounding himself with close friends and family who keep him “real.”

Bloom’s views on acting

Bloom once expressed his views on acting, saying “Acting is not about being famous, it’s about expressing and inspiring people.” He also appeared in several stage productions, including a London production of In Celebration.

Bloom’s upcoming projects

Orlando Bloom is set to star in a new espionage thriller series for Apple TV+. The as-yet-untitled show will follow a deep cover operative (Bloom) who finds his loyalties tested when he falls for a woman while on a mission. The series is set to start production later this year.

Bloom will also be starring in and producing an adaptation of J.D. Vance’s best-selling memoir Hillbilly Elegy. The book chronicles Vance’s journey from poverty in the Appalachians to becoming a successful lawyer and venture capitalist. Ron Howard is attached to direct, with filming set to begin in February 2020.