Orlando Bloom

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Name:
Orlando Bloom
Real name:
Orlando Jonathan Blanchard Bloom
Who is:
Birth date:
(48 y.o.)
Place of birth:
Canterbury, Kent, England
Height:
5'11 ft ()
Weight:
179 lb (81 kg)
Relationship:
married with Katy Perry
Birth Sign:
(characteristic)
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Biography of Orlando Bloom

Orlando Bloom is a heartthrob of British and international cinema. He shot to fame playing the elf Legolas in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy and Will Turner in "Pirates of the Caribbean." Net worth: $35 million.
Orlando Jonathan Blanchard Bloom
Orlando Jonathan Blanchard Bloom

Childhood

Orlando Bloom was born on January 13, 1977, in the British city of Canterbury, Kent. His mother, Sonia Bloom, was the founder and principal of a language school for foreign students, and besides, she was fond of writing.
Orlando Bloom's first children's photo
Orlando Bloom's first children's photo
Her husband, Harry Bloom, was Jewish and born in South Africa, where he fought against apartheid for years and served as Nelson Mandela's lawyer. After writing several books on racial segregation in South Africa, he faced persecution from the government. In 1963, the man was forced to emigrate to Great Britain. He subsequently became a professor at the University of Kent.
Photos from Orlando Bloom's family archive
Photos from Orlando Bloom's family archive
This remarkable man died when Orlando was just 4 years old. In the next ten years, Sonia brought up the boy and his elder sister Samantha alone. Fortunately, Colin Stone, a close family friend, stepped in to help. When Orlando turned 13, his mother shocked him with the revelation that Colin wasn't just a family friend—he was Orlando's biological father.
In childhood Orlando Bloom lost and found his father again
In childhood Orlando Bloom lost and found his father again
Sonia instilled a love of the arts in her children from an early age, so Orlando developed interests in languages, photography, and theater. He was also passionate about horses and became an excellent rider—skills that would later prove invaluable in his film career. His acting ambitions were sparked by watching "The Hustler"—Paul Newman's performance left such an impression on him.

Acting career

Orlando Bloom made his debut on the scene as a child. At school, he took part in several theatrical performances. In 1993, a 16-year-old boy went to London and played on the stage of the National Youth Theater for two seasons. After that, he received a grant to study at the British American Drama Academy. Though he only studied there for a year. It was worth it—the prestigious academy's alumni include stars like Jennifer Ehle, David Schwimmer, and Oliver Platt. At the Academy, Orlando appeared in "A Walk in the Viennese Forest" and landed his first agent.
A selection of Orlando Bloom's early roles
A selection of Orlando Bloom's early roles
Orlando made his TV debut in 1996. He appeared in several episodes of the TV series "Casualty," then landed a small but memorable role in the drama "Wilde" alongside Jude Law and Stephen Fry, playing a rent boy.
Young Orlando Bloom in the movie «Wilde» (1997)
Young Orlando Bloom in the movie «Wilde» (1997)
Within the next three years, Bloom was learning acting at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Interestingly, his intensive study of works by Chekhov, Shakespeare, and Milton helped him overcome the dyslexia he'd struggled with since childhood.

Orlando Bloom and «The Lord of the Rings»

During his third year of drama school, Orlando Bloom auditioned for Peter Jackson's adaptation of Tolkien's «The Lord of the Rings». He was hoping to land the role of Faramir. But that part went to David Wenham instead. Lucky for us ‒ who knows how different the blonde elf Legolas might have been…
Orlando Bloom was approved for the role of Legolas
Orlando Bloom was approved for the role of Legolas
Before heading to New Zealand for 18 months of filming, he appeared in an episode of «Midsomer Murders». According to Bloom himself, he arrived on set as a completely green kid who became the target of the entire crew's jokes.
After «The Lord of the Rings» Orlando Bloom became an excellent archer and surfer
After «The Lord of the Rings» Orlando Bloom became an excellent archer and surfer
What lay ahead was intense: grueling days of shooting in New Zealand's unpredictable weather, endless archery training, helicopter flights with Viggo Mortensen, and marathon makeup sessions ‒ his daily transformation into an elf took 2 hours.
Orlando Bloom's transformation into Legolas
Orlando Bloom's transformation into Legolas
When filming wrapped, Orlando Bloom took off for India, and when he returned, he got his first real taste of stardom. «The Fellowship of the Ring» had already premiered to massive success, Orlando's name shot into the top 20 most-searched terms online, and he quickly landed on every "sexiest celebrity" list imaginable. Bloom even joked that fans weren't really in love with him ‒ they were in love with Legolas, since the real dark-haired, brown-eyed Orlando looked nothing like an elf.
The real Orlando does not look like Legolas at all
The real Orlando does not look like Legolas at all
That same year, Orlando Bloom joined Ewan McGregor and Josh Hartnett in Ridley Scott's military drama «Black Hawk Down». The intense film was based on real events ‒ American operations in Somalia in 1993 ‒ and packed with brutal battle sequences. Orlando seemed determined to shed his delicate elf image, choosing the complete opposite ‒ a tough, buzz-cut rookie soldier. It was a small role, but memorable.
Shot from the film «Black Hawk Down»
Shot from the film «Black Hawk Down»
In 2002 and 2003, Orlando cemented his success as Legolas in the final «Lord of the Rings» films ‒ «The Two Towers» and «The Return of the King». By 2003, after wrapping the final scenes, Orlando Bloom was no longer the inexperienced kid he'd been three years earlier. Even so, he couldn't hold back tears saying goodbye to Elijah Wood, Dominic Monaghan, Ian McKellen, and the rest of the cast and crew who'd created this cinematic masterpiece.
Orlando Bloom, Lee Pace, Evangeline Lilly about «The Hobbit»

Pirates of the Caribbean

In 2003, Orlando Bloom landed one of the lead roles in another major franchise ‒ "Pirates of the Caribbean." However, when the actor was cast as Will Turner, neither he nor the producers could have imagined that the film would become one of the highest-grossing movies in history, its characters would achieve cult status, and Disneyland would even open a themed attraction in its honor. The movie about the adventures of eccentric Captain Jack Sparrow and his crew earned around $650 million at the worldwide box office.
Orlando Bloom as Will Turner
Orlando Bloom as Will Turner
This time, Orlando didn't have to endure lengthy makeup sessions ‒ he appeared before the cameras in all his dark-haired, brown-eyed glory. But his character retained the manliness and loyalty of Legolas. He gained valuable experience working with the eccentric Johnny Depp and, of course, had the pleasure of starring alongside Keira Knightley.
The legendary trinity
The legendary trinity

Return of Legolas

In 2013, Orlando Bloom had to once again don blue contact lenses and a blonde wig. Legolas made his grand return in the second installment of "The Hobbit," the prequel to "The Lord of the Rings."
In «The Hobbit» Orlando Bloom is again starring as Legolas
In «The Hobbit» Orlando Bloom is again starring as Legolas
Makeup artists had their work cut out for them ‒ after all, exactly 10 years had passed since the first film's release, and time had taken its toll. It would be odd if the immortal elf Legolas looked older in the prequel than he did in "The Lord of the Rings." But as a result of their efforts, Legolas looked almost the same as in 2003 ‒ young and beautiful.
Shot from the movie «The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug»
Shot from the movie «The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug»
After wrapping the third "Hobbit" film, Bloom said he was happy to leave Legolas behind forever. "You can't even imagine how tired I got of him," the actor told reporters.

In 2017, the final "Pirates of the Caribbean" installment "Dead Men Tell No Tales" was released, along with the spy thriller "Unlocked," starring Orlando Bloom and Noomi Rapace.
Orlando Bloom in the fifth part of «Pirates of the Caribbean»
Orlando Bloom in the fifth part of «Pirates of the Caribbean»

Orlando Bloom's personal life

Orlando Bloom, the recognized heartthrob, was in a long-term relationship with American actress Kate Bosworth. The young stars met in 2002 through a mutual friend. When they reconnected at the premiere of "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers," they gave in to passion. Their romance lasted until 2006.
Orlando Bloom and Kate Bosworth shortly before parting
Orlando Bloom and Kate Bosworth shortly before parting
But the heartthrob's romantic adventures didn't end there. Over the years, Bloom has been linked to Kirsten Dunst, Uma Thurman, Sienna Miller, Penelope Cruz, Naomie Harris, and Jessica Biel. When Orlando was spotted with Jennifer Aniston on vacation in Mexico, rumors of a romance began swirling.
It was difficult to resist before the young Orlando Bloom
It was difficult to resist before the young Orlando Bloom
Orlando Bloom has been seen with Miranda Kerr since 2007. She initially resisted the actor's advances, well aware of his playboy reputation, but eventually gave in to his romantic pursuit. In 2010 they got married, and a year later welcomed their son Flynn.
Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr were married
Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr were married
In 2013, after three years of marriage, the star couple parted. Tabloids claimed Miranda's infidelity was to blame. The split was very painful for the actor. In 2014, he even had a fight with the singer Justin Bieber, who hit him where it hurt. The young singer whispered in Orlando's ear: "I know your wife. She was hot!"
The drama of Orlando Bloom and Justin Bieber
In 2016, Bloom met with the singer Katy Perry, but both kept their romance under wraps. But they couldn't hide from the paparazzi for long.
Katy Perry on her boyfriend Orlando Bloom
In April 2017, media outlets buzzed with reports of a romance between Orlando Bloom and 28-year-old Nina Dobrev, star of "The Vampire Diaries." "They've known each other forever, but only recently moved beyond the friend zone," a source close to the actors revealed.
Orlando Bloom and Nina Dobrev began dating in 2017
Orlando Bloom and Nina Dobrev began dating in 2017
However, by August 2017, reports surfaced that the actor had reunited with Katy Perry. The couple was noticed at Ed Sheeran's concert – they were holding hands and looking at each other tenderly, and in spring 2018, Katy announced their engagement. In 2020, the couple announced they were expecting a baby. Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom welcomed a baby girl.

Orlando Bloom is a famous Buddhist, a vegetarian, and an animal defender. While filming «Kingdom of Heaven» in Morocco, he rescued and adopted a stray dog ‒ a cross between a mongrel and a Saluki.
Orlando Bloom's dog ‒ a «trophy» from the shooting
Orlando Bloom's dog ‒ a «trophy» from the shooting
His environmental activism led the actor to renovate his London home: Bloom installed solar panels, started sorting his trash, and properly disposed of all used light bulbs.
Orlando Bloom and his son Flynn
Orlando Bloom and his son Flynn
Orlando Bloom is known as one of the most injured actors in Hollywood. But not all his injuries happened on set. In 1998, Orlando was injured while helping a friend repair a terrace roof: «I broke my back. I fell out of the window ... my friends had a glass roof right below the apartment, and I rolled down onto the gutter. It couldn't hold my weight, and I fell three stories. I was told that I might not be able to walk again. And then I underwent surgery, and I left the hospital in about 12 days». After a relatively short recovery, Bloom got back on his feet and returned to normal life.

Over the years his right arm was broken, he suffered a head injury after falling from a tree, and his nose was broken during a rugby game. During skiing, the actor broke his right leg, and the left one suffered the same fate when the actor was riding a motorcycle. Bloom broke his right wrist when snowboarding.

The actor is actively engaged in charity work and is also the UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, like, for example, Selena Gomez, Angelina Jolie and Lionel Messi. For example, in 2016 he flew to Ukraine to visit children.
Orlando Bloom visits schoolchildren in war-scarred Ukraine

Orlando Bloom now

In 2019, Orlando Bloom starred in the American fantasy television series "Carnival Row" as Rycroft Philostrate - this work has become one of the most anticipated in recent years.
In 2020, during the coronavirus pandemic, Orlando Bloom self-isolated with his girlfriend, Katy Perry. The couple was photographed by paparazzi multiple times during their store visits. In addition, during the period of self-isolation, Orlando participated in the legendary zoom-conference, which brought together many actors from The Lord of the Rings, including Elijah Wood and Liv Tyler.

Orlando Bloom: latest news and articles

  • So after Pirates of the Caribbean Bloom decided to take a rest and don`t play anymore? :)
    2021-05-06 22:50:51
  • Long time I didn`t see Orlando Bloom, he is not in the movies that much like before.
    2021-04-30 14:08:06
  • Bloom is not playing so much anymore and it`s a pity, because I like him.
    2021-04-09 11:04:04
  • By the way, many people compare him by mistake with Luke Evans in Pirates of the Caribbean, it`s totally not right.
    2021-03-20 23:58:59
  • The most handsome character of The Lord of the Rings! I just like him in general in many roles.
    2021-03-20 16:20:05
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