Dominic Monaghan

Dominic Monaghan is a renowned British actor with a diverse portfolio spanning from fantasy epics to thrilling TV dramas. Monaghan's acting career took off when he gained recognition as Hetty Wainthropp's sidekick Geoffrey in "Hetty Wainthropp Investigates." However, he is best known for his roles as Meriadoc 'Merry' Brandybuck in "The Lord of the Rings" film trilogy and Charlie Pace in the TV drama "Lost." His role in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy not only garnered international acclaim but also won him several awards, including the Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Acting Ensemble and the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.

In addition to his acting career, Monaghan has shown a deep fascination for nature and wildlife. This passion led him to host the nature program "Wild Things with Dominic Monaghan," where he traveled to various locations to interact with local wildlife. His ability to engage audiences with his natural history knowledge and enthusiasm further highlights his versatility as a performer. Monaghan's eclectic career also includes a stint in the Marvel cinematic universe, where he played the young mutant Chris Bradley in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine." More recently, he portrayed Beaumont Kin in "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker." He is fluent in English and German.