Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal They star in ‘Gladiator 2’, a sequel to the 2000 Rome classic starring Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix.
Although both films were directed by director Ridley Scott, the cast of the second one was completely different, even though it is a continuation of the same story. We tell you what happened to the cast of the original film.
Russell Crowe, Maximo Decimus Meridio in “Gladiator”
By the time he starred in The Gladiator, Russell Crowe was already a well-known figure in Hollywood, but his role as Máximo Decimus Meridio earned him his first Best Actor Oscar in 2001.
Russell Crowe later appeared in other films such as ‘A Beautiful Mind’, ‘Cinderella Man’, ‘American Gangster’, ‘Les Misérables’ and ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’.
As for his personal life, Russell Crowe was married to Danielle Spencer for 15 years, until he divorced her in 2018. During their marriage, they had two children, Charles and Tennyson.
Joaquín Phoenix, Comfortable in “Gladiator”
In “The Gladiator” Joaquín Phoenix gave life to Commodus, the evil son of Marcus Aurelius who was the villain of the film.
He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance, though he didn’t win that statuette until 2020 when he starred in ‘Joker’.
After ‘Gladiator’, Joaquin Phoenix joined the cast of other films such as ‘Hotel Rwanda’, ‘Walk the Line’, ‘Her’, ‘Beau is Afraid’, ‘Napoleon’ and of course, ‘Joker’. and “Joker: Folie à Deux.”
He is currently one of the most famous actors in Hollywood, not to mention He is married to actress Rooney Marawith whom he has two children.
Connie Nielsen, Lucilla in “Gladiator”
Unlike her co-stars, Connie Nielsen returned in the sequel to “Gladiator” in the role of Lucilla, daughter of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, lover of Maximus and mother of Lucius.
After participating in the 2000 film, Connie Nielsen participated in other productions such as ‘One Hour Photo’, ‘The Hunded’, ‘Nymphomaniac: Vol I’ and ‘Role Play’.
Additionally, Connie Nielsen joined the DC Cinematic Universe as Queen Hippolyta, Wonder Woman’s mother in ‘Wonder Woman’, ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ and ‘Zack Snyder’s Justice League’.
The actress has two children, Bryce, from her former relationship with Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich, and Sebastian Sartor, with actor Fabio Sartor.
Djimon Hounsou, Juba in “Gladiator”
In “Gladiator” Djimon Hounsou played Juba, gladiator and friend of Máximo Decimus Meridio. She later appeared in other films and series such as ‘ER’, ‘Alias’, ‘Csonstantine’ and ‘Beauty Shop’.
For his performance in the films ‘In America’ in 2002 and ‘Blood Diamond’ in 2006, Djimon Hounsou was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, although he never won the award.
Djimon Hounsou has also ventured into superhero movies. He was Korath the Pursuer in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and ‘Captain Marvel’, the Fisher King in ‘Aquaman’ and the wizard Shazam in ‘Shazam!’ and “Shazam! Fury of the Gods’.
Hunshu has a son, Kenzo, from his relationship with model Kimora Lee Simmons.
Spencer Treat Clark, Lucio in “Gladiator”
Little Lucio from the 2000 film Gladiator was played by Spencer Treat Clark, who went on to star in other film and series roles including Mystic River, Mad Men, NCIS, The Good Wife and Agents ». of the SHIELD”.
However, Spencer Didn’t Have to Return in ‘Gladiator 2’ despite his experience as an actor, and Paul Mescal took the role of Lucio.
Richard Harris, Marcus Aurelius in “Gladiator”
The wise and dreamy Marcus Aurelius was played by the iconic Richard Harris in ‘Gladiator’. He later participated in other major projects such as ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ and ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’.
However, his role as Dumbledore in the “Harry Potter” franchise was one of his last, as Richard Harris died in 2002 at the age of 72 after battling Hodgkin’s disease.
Despite his death, Richard Harris’ legacy lives on through his children, actors Jamie Harris and Jared Harris and director Damian Harris.
Source: univision
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