**Ciarán Hinds** (Belfast, 1953) is a prolific Northern Irish actor, known for his versatility and imposing stage presence. He often portrays complex, authoritarian, or morally ambiguous characters, imbued with great gravitas.

His film career includes memorable roles. He worked with Steven Spielberg in *Munich* (2005) as Carl and with Paul Thomas Anderson in *There Will Be Blood* (2007) as Fletcher Hamilton. He took on the roles of Roy Bland in *Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy* (2011) and Aberforth Dumbledore in *Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2* (2011).

Recently, he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his moving performance as Pop in Kenneth Branagh's *Belfast* (2021). His filmography also includes movies such as *Road to Perdition* (2002) and *The Woman in Black* (2012). Hinds is appreciated for his ability to bring depth and dignity to his characters.