Antony Starr

New Zealand actor in television series

Antony Starr - New Zealand actor in television series
Born

October 25th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

New Zealand

Links & References

Born in New Zealand, this actor achieved recognition for roles in television and film. Gained prominence with the lead role of Lucas Hood in the series 'Banshee,' which aired from 2013 to 2016. Later portrayed the character Homelander in the Amazon Prime series 'The Boys,' which premiered in 2019. The nuanced performances brought critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase, highlighting the actor's range and skill in portraying complex characters.

Played Lucas Hood in 'Banshee'

Portrayed Homelander in 'The Boys'

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