Jeremy Irons is an English actor who has been in the entertainment industry since the 1970s. He is best known for his roles in films such as The Lion King, Reversal of Fortune, and Die Hard with a Vengeance. He has also appeared on stage in productions such as The Real Thing and Richard II. Irons has won numerous awards for his acting, including an Academy Award, a Tony Award, and three Emmy Awards. He is one of the few actors to have achieved the 'Triple Crown of Acting'.