Joaquin Phoenix Brief Biography

Joaquin Rafael Phoenix (born October 28, 1974), formerly credited as Leaf Phoenix, is an actor, music video director, producer, musician, and social activist. Phoenix came to wide attention for his portrayal of Commodus in the 2000 historical epic film Gladiator, directed by Ridley Scott, which earned him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor as well as nominations for the Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild, Satellite Award, and BAFTA. He earned wider recognition starring as musician Johnny Cash in the 2005 biographical film Walk the Line and received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actor. Phoenix was once again nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in the 2012 film The Master. He has also ventured behind the camera, directing music videos as well as producing movies and television shows, and has recorded an album, the soundtrack to Walk the Line for which he won a Grammy Award.

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