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Sean Bean, full name Shaun Mark Bean, is an English actor known for his roles in both film and television that have gained him international acclaim. Born on April 17, 1959, in Handsworth, Sheffield, England, Bean's humble beginnings and blue-collar upbringing became an integral part of his gritty on-screen persona. He started his acting career at the Royal Shakespeare Company before moving on to various stage productions across England. Bean's breakthrough role came in 1993 when he played the character of Richard Sharpe in the television series Sharpe. His performance in this series, which ran until 2008, solidified his position as a leading actor. However, it was his portrayal of Boromir in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy that catapulted him into global stardom. Bean has also been recognized for portraying Ned Stark in the award-winning HBO series Game of Thrones, further cementing his legacy as a versatile performer capable of embodying a diverse range of characters. In addition to his notable roles in epic fantasy sagas, Bean has made significant contributions to other genres. He played villain Alec Trevelyan in the James Bond film GoldenEye, showing his ability to imbue villainous roles with depth and humanity. Despite his prominent career in Hollywood, Bean has never strayed far from his roots, often taking on roles in British television dramas such as Broken and The Frankenstein Chronicles.

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