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Orlando Bloom as Will Turner in "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" (2007) |
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Orlando Bloom first captivated both audiences and filmmakers with his portrayal of Legolas in Peter Jackson's "Lord of the Rings" trilogy: "The Fellowship of the Ring," "The Two Towers" and "The Return of the King." In addition, Orlando Bloom was seen starring in Frank E. Flowers' independent ensemble "Haven," which he also executive produced.
Having worked with Ridley Scott on "Black Hawk Down," Orlando Bloom reteamed with Scott to star in his epic drama about the Crusades, "Kingdom of Heaven." Orlando Bloom followed that with his first contemporary American role opposite Kirsten Dunst in Cameron Crowe's "Elizabethtown." Other film credits for Orlando Bloom include "Ned Kelly" opposite Heath Ledger and Wolfgang Petersen's "Troy," opposite Brad Pitt and Eric Bana.
Orlando Bloom was born in Canterbury, England. Orlando Bloom joined the National Youth Theatre in London and gained a scholarship to train with the British American Drama Academy. On completion of his scholarship, Orlando Bloom made his feature-film debut in the BBC's "Wilde," starring Jude Law.
Orlando Bloom was then accepted to Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. In his four years there, Orlando Bloom performed in several productions, including "Little Me," "A Month in the Country," "Peer Gynt," "Mephisto" and "Twelfth Night." Upon graduation, a then-unknown Orlando Bloom was cast in the role that would launch his career.
 
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