Julian Sands

Julian Sands is an English actor known for his work on stage, film, and television. He was born on January 4, 1958, in Otley, West Riding of Yorkshire, England. Sands attended the Central School of Speech and Drama in London and began his acting career in the late 1970s.

Sands' early stage work includes performances in productions of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "The Seagull." He made his Broadway debut in 1984 in the play "Preludes," which was followed by a role in the 1985 production of "Breaking the Code." Sands also appeared in the 1995 Broadway revival of "The Tempest," playing the role of Ferdinand.
In addition to his stage work, Sands has appeared in numerous films throughout his career. He gained recognition for his role in the 1985 film "A Room with a View," which earned him a nomination for a BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor. Sands went on to appear in films such as "Warlock," "Boxing Helena," and "Leaving Las Vegas."
Sands has also had a successful television career, appearing in shows such as "Smallville," "24," and "Dexter." He played the role of Jor-El, Superman's biological father, in the television series "Superman: The Animated Series" and "Justice League Unlimited."
In addition to his acting work, Sands has also lent his voice to numerous video games and audiobooks. He provided the voice for the character of Aric Jorgan in the video game "Star Wars: The Old Republic" and narrated the audiobook for the novel "The Da Vinci Code" by Dan Brown.
Sands' most recent work includes a role in the 2020 film "The Painted Bird," which premiered at the Venice Film Festival. He also appeared in the television series "What/If" in 2019.
Throughout his career, Sands has received critical acclaim for his work on stage, film, and television. He has been nominated for several awards, including a Tony Award for his role in "The Changing Room" and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his performance in "The Killing Fields."
Offstage, Sands is known for his philanthropic work. He is a supporter of the charity WaterAid, which works to provide clean water and sanitation to people in developing countries. Sands has also been involved with the charity HealthRight International, which provides medical care to marginalized communities around the world.