**Robert Carlyle** (born in Glasgow, Scotland, 1961) is a Scottish actor acclaimed for his intensity and versatility. He gained international fame for iconic roles ranging from comedic to dramatic.

His breakthrough came with Danny Boyle's *Trainspotting* (1996), where he portrayed the unforgettable and terrifying Francis Begbie. Subsequently, he showed a more vulnerable and sympathetic side in *The Full Monty* (1997) as Gaz, an unemployed man who becomes an impromptu stripper.

Among other notable roles are the alcoholic father in *Angela's Ashes* (1999), the villain Renard in *The World Is Not Enough* (1999), and the mysterious Colonel Boyd in *Ravenous* (1999). Carlyle is known for his ability to transform and bring complex characters to life, often those on the fringes, with a unique blend of charisma and danger.