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Ron Perlman, an American actor and voice artist, has etched his name in the annals of Hollywood through a career marked by versatility and steadfast dedication. Born April 13, 1950, in Washington Heights, New York, Perlman's interest in acting sparked during his school years and led him to graduate from the University of Minnesota with a master's degree in theater arts. His early theater work paved the way for his film debut in Jean-Jacques Annaud's Quest for Fire (1981), where he showcased his potential, earning a Genie Award for Best Performance by a Foreign Actor. Perlman's breakthrough role came when he portrayed Vincent on the CBS series Beauty and the Beast (1987-1990). This portrayal not only won him a Golden Globe but also set a precedent for his penchant for playing characters under prosthetics. His most notable roles surfaced in this vein, such as Hellboy in Guillermo del Toro's Hellboy films (2004, 2008) and the character of Johann Kraus in Hellboy II: The Golden Army. Furthermore, his unique gravelly voice found recognition in various animated series and video games like Fallout, Halo, and Tangled. Off the screen, Perlman's contributions are equally impressive. He co-founded the production company Wing and a Prayer Pictures in 2013, aiming to develop projects that highlight compelling narratives. His memoir, Easy Street (the Hard Way), reveals a candid look at his life and career journey, further establishing Perlman as more than just an actor.

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