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| John Rhys-Davies Bio:
Was born May 5, 1944 in Wiltshire, England, UK.
He has become an acclaimed actor who is
probably best know to film audiences for his roles in the
blockbuster hits "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "Indiana
Jones and the Last Crusade." He has also had leading
roles in "Victor, Victoria," "The Living Daylights," and
"King Solomon's Mine." Rhys-Davies, who was raised in
England, Africa and Wales, credits his early exposure to
classic literature for his decision to pursue acting and
writing. He later refined his craft at London's renowned
Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. His television credits
include James Clavell's "Shogun" and "Noble House,"
"Great Expectations," "War and Remembrance" and
"Archaeology." An avid collector of vintage automobiles,
Rhys-Davies has a host of theater roles to his credit,
including "the Misanthrope," "Hedda Gabler" and most of
Shakespeare's works. He divides his time between Los
Angeles and the Isle of Man.
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Gimli Bio
He was born in 2879 to Golum, a nobel of Erebor.
Gimli is of the Dwarven race. The drwarves of Middle Earth are the most ancient and long lived people of the land.
They are a tough, stought people who are shorter than humans but taller than Hobbits. They inhabit the hidden places of the world in huge underground cave
systems and tunnel complexes. Dwarves are famed for their great prowess in battle and for their legendary skills in mining and working with both metal
and stone. They have crafted extraordinary artifacts in their smiths including fine axes, swords and jewelry. They are also known for their monumental architecture far beneath the earth.
Gimli traveled to Rivendalle with his father and other Drwaven nobles when the creation of the fellowship was being decided.
It is he who is chosen to represent the Dwarven race among the 'Fellowship', though he like most Dwarves has a deep seeded mistrust of Elves and their sorcerous ways.
Inspite of his bad-tempered and cantankerous ways Gimli soon becomes a close friend to Legolas.
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