Liam Neeson is a Northern Irish actor whose career has spanned several decades, making him one of the most recognized and respected figures in the entertainment industry. He began his career in theater before transitioning to film, gaining early recognition with roles in "Excalibur" (1981) and "The Bounty" (1984). Neeson’s breakout role came in 1993 with his portrayal of Oskar Schindler in Steven Spielberg’s "Schindler's List," a performance that earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.

Neeson continued to demonstrate his versatility with roles in films such as "Rob Roy" (1995), "Michael Collins" (1996), "Les Misérables" (1998), and "Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace" (1999). His career took a dynamic turn in 2008 when he starred in the action-thriller "Taken," where his portrayal of Bryan Mills, a former CIA operative with a "particular set of skills," became iconic. The success of "Taken" led to two sequels and established Neeson as an action star, a role he has continued to explore in films like "The Grey" (2011), "Non-Stop" (2014), "Run All Night" (2015), "The Commuter" (2018), and "Cold Pursuit" (2019).

In recent years, Neeson has remained active in the film industry, starring in projects like "Ordinary Love" (2019), where he delivered a touching performance as a man dealing with his wife's cancer diagnosis, and "The Marksman" (2021), where he plays a rancher who becomes an unlikely protector of a young boy. He also appeared in "Blacklight" (2022) and lent his voice to the animated film "The Ice Road" (2021).

Beyond his acting career, Neeson is known for his activism and humanitarian efforts. He has been involved in various charitable causes, particularly those related to Northern Ireland. Neeson has been an advocate for peace and reconciliation in the region, using his platform to support organizations working towards these goals. He has also supported UNICEF and has been vocal about issues such as violence against women, human trafficking, and the refugee crisis.

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