Liam Neeson

Accomplished actor Liam Neeson, born William John Neeson on June 7, 1952 in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, has had a lengthy acting career, spanning theatre, television, and film. Best known for his roles in films like "Schindler's List," "Taken," and, within the Star Wars universe, "The Phantom Menace," Neeson has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.

In "Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace," Neeson played the character of Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn. This 1999 film, directed by George Lucas, marked the beginning of the prequel trilogy to the original Star Wars films. As the mentor to Obi-Wan Kenobi, played by Ewan McGregor, Qui-Gon Jinn was a wise and skilled Jedi, whose curiosity led him to discover Anakin Skywalker, a young slave boy whom Qui-Gon believed to be the prophesized Chosen One, destined to bring balance to The Force.

Neeson's performance as Qui-Gon Jinn struck a chord with Star Wars fans, making him one of the more memorable characters in the prequel trilogy. The character's impact endures, as Qui-Gon continues to make appearances in the Star Wars canon, including the animated series "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" and the recent novel "Master & Apprentice" by Claudia Gray.

Prior to joining the Star Wars universe, Neeson established himself as a skilled actor in both theater and film. In 1993, he starred as Oskar Schindler in Steven Spielberg's acclaimed film "Schindler's List," earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. He also portrayed Michael Collins in the 1996 film of the same name, which garnered him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor.

In the 2000s, Neeson shifted towards more action-oriented roles, starring as the lead in the 2008 film "Taken." His portrayal of a former government operative in search of his kidnapped daughter became a massive hit, spawning two sequels and solidifying Neeson's reputation as an action star.

Throughout his career, Liam Neeson has proven himself as a versatile and talented actor, bringing depth and nuance to his roles across various genres. His portrayal of Qui-Gon Jinn in the Star Wars prequel trilogy remains one of his most beloved performances, as his character contributed to the rich tapestry of the Star Wars universe.

Mentions on Podcast Episodes:

"off. It's just slightly off and Qui-Gon's you know Liam Neeson"

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"I really enjoyed Liam Neeson a lot more in this movie. I really like I never really like I saw him as Qui-Gon Jinn."

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"he doesn't notice Obi-Wan look over at Liam Neeson's"

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"It's not Liam Neeson. OK so next on podcast number 12 we have two comics The Age of Republic Jago Fett and The Age of Republic Anakin Skywalker."

11. - (25 BBY) Dooku Jedi Lost by Cavan Scott
"Oh, poor Liam."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Yes, poor Liam."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Yeah, Liam the blind guy."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"My favorite character is Liam. You guys remember Liam?"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"The character Liam from this Star Wars."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"on Disney Plus about Liam."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"You guys don't know who Liam is? No."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"asks Liam specifically"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Like, Liam gets a shout-out. He's like,"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"All Liam does all day long"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"He's just like, can you get the blinds, Liam?"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"like, Liam gets the blinds all the effing time."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"but he specifically asked Liam about them."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Like, what does Liam do?"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"I think Liam was the special child."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"He was telling Liam to get the blinds,"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"because that's all Liam can do."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"I'm going to make Liam feel special"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"And Liam, to be fair, in the movie,"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Poor Liam."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Poor Liam."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"I don't think Liam's the same kid."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Oh, poor Liam."

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Let's go back to the post Liam air of this movie"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"See this argument to this end. I'm just gonna accept it at the Liam. It's gonna headbutt everybody. Yeah"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"All right, I'm telling you Liam needs his own series"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"It's Liam"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Yeah, who's your favorite character besides Liam"

13. - (22 BBY) Attack of the Clones
"Yeah. Think about Liam. Liam's going to be a general."

14. - (22 BBY) Age of Republic: Anakin Skywalker / Mace Windu Comic #1
"Lee. Liam."

14. - (22 BBY) Age of Republic: Anakin Skywalker / Mace Windu Comic #1
"And that's the way Liam rolls."

14. - (22 BBY) Age of Republic: Anakin Skywalker / Mace Windu Comic #1
"character or not Qui-Gon maybe you know maybe a little bit of Liam Neeson in there"

14. - (22 BBY) Age of Republic: Anakin Skywalker / Mace Windu Comic #1

Liam Neeson

"off. It's just slightly off and Qui-Gon's you know Liam Neeson"

"I really enjoyed Liam Neeson a lot more in this movie. I really like I never really like I saw him as Qui-Gon Jinn."

"he doesn't notice Obi-Wan look over at Liam Neeson's"

"It's not Liam Neeson. OK so next on podcast number 12 we have two comics The Age of Republic Jago Fett and The Age of Republic Anakin Skywalker."

"Oh, poor Liam."

"Yes, poor Liam."

"Yeah, Liam the blind guy."

"My favorite character is Liam. You guys remember Liam?"

"The character Liam from this Star Wars."

"on Disney Plus about Liam."

"You guys don't know who Liam is? No."

"asks Liam specifically"

"Like, Liam gets a shout-out. He's like,"

"All Liam does all day long"

"He's just like, can you get the blinds, Liam?"

"like, Liam gets the blinds all the effing time."

"but he specifically asked Liam about them."

"Like, what does Liam do?"

"I think Liam was the special child."

"He was telling Liam to get the blinds,"

"because that's all Liam can do."

"I'm going to make Liam feel special"

"And Liam, to be fair, in the movie,"

"Poor Liam."

"Poor Liam."

"I don't think Liam's the same kid."

"Oh, poor Liam."

"Let's go back to the post Liam air of this movie"

"See this argument to this end. I'm just gonna accept it at the Liam. It's gonna headbutt everybody. Yeah"

"All right, I'm telling you Liam needs his own series"

"It's Liam"

"Yeah, who's your favorite character besides Liam"

"Yeah. Think about Liam. Liam's going to be a general."

"Lee. Liam."

"And that's the way Liam rolls."

"character or not Qui-Gon maybe you know maybe a little bit of Liam Neeson in there"