Russell Crowe is one of the most intense
actors on the Hollywood scene - one of the guys everyone wants to work with, but
does so warily. Just as his movie career has swung back and forth from 'nice guy'
roles to some of the screen's most lasting psychopaths, Russell Crowe's personality
is a shifting landscape of emotions. He is a paradox - always preceded by contrasting
stories of his kindness and extreme callousness. What is never in question however,
is his talent.
Although he was raised in Australia from the age of 4
onward, Crowe was actually born in New Zealand on April 7th, 1964. His parents,
Alex and Jocelyn, worked as innkeepers and caterers for the most part. The family
lived a very bohemian lifestyle, as they were constantly on the move. Russell
did not enjoy a permanent home until the age of fourteen. His folks often worked
on movie and television sets, catering food. Before long, a young Russell was
doing walk-ons and bit parts in productions.
