Peter Van den Begin is a distinguished Belgian actor and writer with a career spanning nearly four decades, marked by his remarkable versatility in delivering standout performances in both drama and comedy, as well as his impressive work in theater.
He has garnered international recognition for his captivating role in the festival favorite King of the Belgians (2016),earning the prestigious Best Actor award at Les Magritte du Cinéma 2018.
The Hollywood Reporter praised his performance, stating, "Peter Van den Begin plays the multifaceted figure to perfection," while Variety echoed similar sentiments, saying, "Peter Van den Begin perfectly captures the ultra-composed royal placidity."
In addition to his film work, he has also appeared in numerous television series, including De infiltrant (2018),Tabula Rasa (2017),Amateurs (2014),and Oud België (2010).
Peter's remarkable career has been marked by a plethora of nominations and prestigious accolades, a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft. Notably, he has been nominated for the esteemed Joseph Plateau Awards' Best Belgian Actor category on multiple occasions, specifically for his outstanding performances in the films "Everything Must Go" (1996),"Le bal masqué" (1998),and "Film 1" (1999). Furthermore, he received a nomination for the Ensors' Best Supporting Actor category for his remarkable portrayal in the film "Waste Land" (2014).
In addition to these notable nominations, Peter has been honored with two prestigious Best Actor awards, one in the Film category and the other in the Theater category, at the 2017 Flemish Actors Guild awards, a recognition of his exceptional skill and versatility as an actor.
