Miranda Otto
Australian actress in Lord of the Rings
Born
December 16th, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Australia
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An Australian actress, recognized for performances in film and television. Gained prominence for the role of Éowyn in the 'The Lord of the Rings' film trilogy. Appeared in other notable productions such as 'War of the Worlds' and 'The Thin Red Line'. Participated in various stage performances and television series, displaying a wide range of acting skills.
Portrayed Éowyn in 'The Lord of the Rings'
Starred in 'War of the Worlds'
Appeared in 'The Thin Red Line'
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