Orlando Bloom was born in England and struggled in school due to dyslexia, but found success in theater and the arts. He decided to become an actor after realizing characters were played by people. His breakout role was as Legolas in The Lord of the Rings trilogy. He became a heartthrob and action star known for roles in Pirates of the Caribbean and Troy. Upcoming films include Elizabethtown and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest. Bloom has remained humble despite fame and enjoys spending time with fans.