Biography

Ian McDiarmid (born 11 August 1944) is a Scottish actor and director best known for portraying Emperor Palpatine in the Star Wars film series. He has received an Olivier Award for Best Actor and a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his performances. Wikipedia

Known For

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Emperor Palpatine

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace

Senator Palpatine

Sleepy Hollow

Dr. Lancaster

Return of the Jedi

The Emperor

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith

Chancellor Palpatine / Darth Sidious

Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones

Chancellor Palpatine

The Lost City of Z

Sir George Goldie

Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return

Self - Emperor Palpatine