Sir Anthony Hopkins is a renowned Welsh actor born on December 31, 1937. He gained international fame for his role as Hannibal Lecter in "The Silence of the Lambs," winning an Academy Award for Best Actor. Hopkins has delivered unforgettable performances in notable films such as "The Remains of the Day," "The Two Popes," and "The Father." He has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career and is hailed as one of the greatest actors of his generation.