Ray Winstone, born February 19, 1957, in Hackney, London, is a renowned British actor, known for tough roles in film and TV. He gained fame with his portrayal of Carlin in Scum (1979), drawing from his boxing background as a three-time London Schoolboy champion.
Notable films include Sexy Beast (2000), The Departed (2006), and Beowulf (2007). Winstone was BAFTA-nominated for Nil by Mouth (1997). Although many fans have speculated that Ray Winstone might have appeared in Harry Potter, he did not. However, his career spans over four decades, marked by versatility and acclaim.
