American actor and producer, Academy Award winner for Best Actor for his portrayal of Arthur Fleck in Joker.
Background
Born Joaquin Rafael Bottom in San Juan, Puerto Rico, into the Children of God religious group, he and his siblings began acting after the family returned to the United States.
Career
He earned Oscar nominations for Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator,” James Mangold’s “Walk the Line,” and Paul Thomas Anderson’s “The Master,” then won Best Actor for Todd Phillips’s “Joker.” He has worked repeatedly with Spike Jonze, James Gray, and Ari Aster and starred in Ridley Scott’s “Napoleon.”
Style
Phoenix is known for severe physical preparation, exploratory rehearsal, and a willingness to take on volatile dramatic leads.
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