Known for playing Lane Pryce in Mad Men, Valery Legasov in Chernobyl and Hari Seldon in Foundation, plus film roles in Lincoln and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.
Films
- The Quiet OnesProfessor Brian McNeil2014
- The Mortal Instruments: City of BonesHodge Starkweather2013
- LincolnUlysses S. Grant2012
- The Curious Case of Benjamin ButtonCaptain Mike2008
TV shows
- FoundationHari Seldon2021–
- ChernobylValery Legasov2019
- Mad MenLane Pryce2009–2012
- FringeDavid Robert Jones2008–2012
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About Jared Harris
Jared Harris is a British actor renowned for his nuanced performances in both television and film. He earned critical acclaim for his Emmy-nominated role as Lane Pryce in Mad Men and his BAFTA-winning portrayal of Valery Legasov in Chernobyl. His career spans decades, with notable appearances in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Lincoln and the sci-fi series Foundation.
FAQs
What is Jared Harris’s most famous role?
He is best known for playing Lane Pryce in Mad Men, Valery Legasov in Chernobyl and Hari Seldon in Foundation.
Has Jared Harris won any major awards?
Yes, he won a BAFTA TV Award for Best Actor for Chernobyl and was nominated for an Emmy for his role in Mad Men.
Is Jared Harris related to Richard Harris?
Yes, he is the son of the late actor Richard Harris and his first wife, Elizabeth Rees-Williams.
What was Jared Harris’s first film role?
His first credited film role was in The Rachel Papers (1989), though he gained wider recognition later.
Did Jared Harris appear in The Crown?
No, he did not appear in The Crown. The role of King George VI was played by other actors.
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