Mel Gibson
Mel Colm-Cille Gerard Gibson is an American actor and filmmaker. The recipient of multiple accolades, he is known for directing historical films as well for his action hero roles, particularly his breakout role as Max Rockatansky in the first three films of the post-apocalyptic series Mad Max (1979–1985) and as Martin Riggs in the buddy cop series Lethal Weapon (1987–1998).
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- Born in
- Peekskill
- Educated at
- National Institute of Dramatic Art
- Awards
- 🏆 Honorary Officer of the Order of Australia🏆 Academy Award for Best Picture🏆 Academy Award for Best Director🏆 Golden Globe Award for Best Director
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1956
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