Sean Bean
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Sean was born in the Handsworth area of Sheffield, the son of Rita and Brian Bean, in April 1959.
His first successful role was his portrayal of Richard Sharpe in the British television series ‘Sharpe’. Since then he has become well known internationally for his roles as Boromir in ‘The Lord of the Rings’, James Bond's adversary Alec Trevelyan in ‘GoldenEye’, Nicolas Cage's competitor Ian Howe in ‘National Treasure’, psychotic IRA fringe terrorist Sean Miller out for revenge on Jack Ryan in ‘Patriot Games’, Captain Rich in ‘Flightplan’ with Jodie Foster, Odysseus in ‘Troy’ and Chris DeSilva in ‘Silent Hill’.
Sheffield’s Lord Mayor, Cllr Graham Oxley said:
"Sean has been a true ambassador for Sheffield and a lifelong supporter of the Blades. His popularity was highlighted by the people of Sheffield who nominated him to be one of the original Legends and it’s great to welcome him back to the city to unveil his plaque. I am very proud to welcome Sean into the city’s walk of fame as a great Sheffield Legend."