Dan Stevens

Actor in 'Downton Abbey' and 'Beauty and the Beast'

Dan Stevens - Performers & Entertainers born October 10th, 1982
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An English actor gained recognition through the role of Matthew Crawley in the television series 'Downton Abbey'. Transitioned to film with a prominent role as the Beast in Disney's live-action adaptation of 'Beauty and the Beast'. Additionally, starred in the critically acclaimed thriller 'The Guest' and the TV series 'Legion'.

Portrayed Matthew Crawley in 'Downton Abbey'

Played the Beast in 'Beauty and the Beast'

Starred in 'The Guest'

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