Lee Pace is a highly versatile and accomplished actor, known for his powerful leading man performances in film, television, and on stage. He has established himself as a talented and versatile actor, consistently delivering compelling performances in a wide range of roles.
Pace will next be seen in the highly anticipated Apple TV+ series FOUNDATION, scheduled for a Fall 2021 release. In the series, he stars as Brother Day, the current Emperor of the Galaxy, in a saga that chronicles the struggles of a band of exiles to save the Galactic Empire from destruction.
Pace is known for his roles in several notable films, including Peter Jackson's The Hobbit trilogy, where he played the role of Thranduil the Elvenking, and the Marvel film Guardians of the Galaxy, where he portrayed the intergalactic villain Ronan the Accuser. He also starred in the Sundance hit Soldier's Girl, which earned him nominations for the Golden Globes and the Independent Spirit Award, and won a Gotham Award for Outstanding Breakthrough Performance.
In addition to his film work, Pace has also appeared in several notable television shows, including the critically acclaimed series "Pushing Daisies," for which he was nominated for a Golden Globe and Emmy Award, and the AMC period drama television series Halt and Catch Fire.
Before his career in acting, Pace graduated with a BFA from Juilliard and starred in several Off-Broadway productions, including The Credeaux Canvas, Small Tragedy, and Guardians. He has also made his Broadway debut in Larry Kramer's play The Normal Heart and starred as Joe Pitt in the Broadway revival of Angels in America.
Throughout his career, Pace has received numerous awards and nominations for his performances, including a Golden Globe nomination, an Emmy nomination, and several Lortel Award nominations.
