Ralph Fiennes received Legend Award at the Empire Awards

Last Sunday, Ralph Fiennes (Voldemort), received the Legend Award during the Empire Awards ceremony. Having starred in more than 30 films, Fiennes was recognized for his extensive body of work–especially for his Oscar-nominated, BAFTA winning role in “Schindler’s List.” His other award winning movies include “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” and “The English Patient.” Ralph Fiennes has also taken on the role of director for films, such as “The Invisible Woman” and “Coriolanus.” He is also well known for his role in the Harry Potter films as Lord Voldemort, and as the new “M” in the James Bond films.  Variety reported last week,

Previous Empire Legend Award recipients include Tim Burton, Helen Mirren and Tom Cruise.

Empire’s editor-in-chief Morgan Rees commented: “When you look at the body of work he has given us, both on screen and behind the camera, he has achieved so much. I can’t think of anyone who deserves this award more. Ralph Fiennes is truly an Empire Legend.”