Since Terminator debuted on the silver screen in 1984, the series has had a profound impact on a global scale with its unique sci-fi setting, intense plot, and deep themes. It's not just a story about robots and time travel, it explores multiple themes on a deeper level, such as humans and technology, freedom and fate, and survival and morality.
After 39 years, let's take a look at the past and present changes of the actors in the "Terminator" series, some people may be "disabled", but some people have successfully "counterattacked". Perhaps, after reading this article, you will sigh that time is really a pig-killing knife.
[1] T-X (Actor: Christina Rogan)
T-X, also known as the "Terminator Queen" or "Terminator T-X", is an advanced killer robot that is a hybrid of mechanical and liquid metal, allowing her to change shapes and mimic humans more flexibly. T-X's primary mission is to eliminate future human resistance leader John Connor and his future lieutenants, as well as other important figures.
She began her career in modeling, competing in several modeling competitions in her early years and stepping into show business as a teenager. Her acting career began with small roles in TV series and films, but her real breakthrough came in 2003's Terminator 3: Rise of the Machine, where she landed the role of T-X, a role that brought her international recognition.
However, at 44 years old, she still retains her charming charm, and her mature temperament makes her even more fascinating. Christina Rogan is involved in a series of important events and acting projects in 2023. She starred in a highly anticipated TV series.
[2] Sally Connor (Actor: Linda Hamilton)
Sarah Connor's main mission is to survive and protect her son, future resistance leader John Connor. Her life becomes extremely dangerous under the threat of a futuristic robot killer, the Terminator. Sarah had to learn to defend herself, become strong and resourceful.
Since "The Terminator", Linda Hamilton has starred in many exciting film and television productions, she has been nominated for Emmy and Golden Globe Awards many times, but there is no role that has won the audience's enthusiastic praise like Sarah Connor. However, Linda's marriage road was quite bumpy. After her marriage to director James Cameron ended, she almost disappeared from the screen. Linda suffered from bulimia and bipolar disorder due to poor lifestyle Xi.
The 62-year-old Linda Hamilton returned with domineering and once again played the hardcore female warrior Sarah Connor, bringing fans a reward that they had been looking forward to for 28 years. Her performance in Terminator: Dark Fate shows her dedication and hard work as a professional actor.
And in June this year, the 67-year-old Hamilton announced that he would join the fifth season of Netflix's suspenseful horror series "Stranger Things", which will also be the last season of the show, scheduled to air in 2024. While her role has yet to be specifically revealed, the news has fans excited.
[3] T-800 (actor: Arnold Schwarzenegger)
The T-800 is an advanced killer robot used by the Human Resistance led by Visionario Robotics, also known as the Terminator. Designed to possess great strength, long-lasting life, and precise lethality, this robot is one of the main weapons in a world led by future robots.
Arnold Schwarzenegger showed a keen interest in bodybuilding from an early age. He has had great success in the bodybuilding world, including winning the title of "Mr. Olympia" several times. Arnold Schwarzenegger is not confined to the political arena. He also had great success in Hollywood as an actor. He starred in several well-known films, including the Terminator series, a role that made him a superstar in the international film industry.
He is now 76 years old, but his life is still like an intoxicating Hollywood movie, legendary and shocking. As a politician, Arnold Schwarzenegger has demonstrated exceptional leadership and decision-making skills. He served as governor of California for a long time, contributing his wisdom and talents to the affairs of the state.
4. T-1000 (Actor: Robert Patrick)
The main mission of the T-1000 is to go back to Los Angeles in the 1990s, track down and eliminate young John Connor. His peculiarity lies in his liquid metal abilities, which allow him to quickly change form to avoid tracking or disguise. He possesses superhuman strength and endurance and can turn his limbs into blades that can become deadly weapons.
Although Robert Patrick did not return in the follow-up films of the Terminator series, he was still active in the film and television industry. He said, "[The T-1000] is my motivation to go out into the world, and for better or worse, I carry it with me." ”
Now 65 years old, he founded his own independent film production company called "360 Entertainment". In Los Angeles, Patrick participates in the Love Ride almost every year to raise money for charity.
[5] Kyle Rees (actor Michael Bean)
He was born in a futuristic world and lived in a harsh environment ruled by the artificial intelligence system Skynet. He is a soldier of the Future Human Resistance and is sent back in time to stop Skynet's plans to change the future by killing John Connor's mother.
At the beginning of Terminator, Bean wasn't entirely satisfied with the script. He dreamed of being able to work with other well-known actors at the time, but eventually accepted the opportunity. Although some of the films he starred in later failed to meet expectations at the box office and word-of-mouth, Bean was not discouraged. On the contrary, he chose to continue to work hard, insisted on steady and steady, and lived a good life.
Today, he has entered the stage of life at the age of 67. Although looking back, we will find that he has missed some dazzling opportunities, including "Avatar", which made the entire film industry pay attention. However, he resolutely chose to move away from mainstream Hollywood commercial films, and instead looked for opportunities in a variety of low-budget independent films.
[6] Vukovic (actor: Lance Henriksen)
Vukovic is a police officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. He is an experienced and serious police officer who investigates a series of mysterious and violent cases. The cases were later revealed to be related to terminators from the future.
His role as the "Bishop" robot in Alien 2 is one of his most famous roles. In addition, he has also performed well in films such as "The Ultimate Target" and the "Alien" series. In particular, his performance in the "Millennium Chasing the Murderer" series has won him wide acclaim. He is not only a veteran film and television actor, but also has made his mark in the field of dubbing.
Now that he is 83 years old, he was full of enthusiasm and talent when he was young, and he was a versatile actor. He has shown incredible versatility and is able to play a wide variety of roles, whether it's an FBI agent, a motorcycle gang boss, a vampire and a homicide detective, he is able to capture the essence of the character perfectly.
7. Dr. Peter Silberman (Actor: Earl Byrne)
Dr. Peter Silberman is a psychiatrist and psychologist who generally works in the field of mental health. His main task is to assess and treat survivors of events with the Terminators.
He is probably best known for his role as Dr. Peter Silberman, a psychiatrist in the Terminator film series. In addition to the Terminator franchise, Byrne has held important roles in many other film and television productions, including acting in TV series, television movies, and big-screen films. In addition to his status as an actor, Byrne is also an outstanding voice actor.
Unfortunately, Bourne was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2022. He died in Hawaii on January 5, 2023, at the age of 81.
[8] Marcus Wright (actor: Sam Worthington)
Marcus Wright is a death row inmate who has been resurrected from a program used by a tech company called Cyberdyne Systems to conduct robotics experiments. The experiment connected his brain to an artificial intelligence system to create a new life form that became one with the machine.
Sam began his career in Australian film and television series, where he played roles in a number of small projects. His first major role was in the film Lonely Falling Swallow which received several nominations and awards at the Australian Academy Film Awards. When he played the role of Jack Sully in James Cameron's sci-fi film Avatar. The film became one of the highest-grossing films in the world, making Worthington an international star.
From the early sunny man to the current mature man, the 47-year-old has become more calm in appearance. In addition, as a social activist, Worthington may also be involved in a number of charitable and public welfare activities.
[9] Kate Connor (Actor: Bryce Dallas Howard)
Kate Connor's profession is a veterinarian and John Connor's future wife, and Kate's main action is to help John Connor survive and fight against T-X. Although they failed to stop Skynet from activating, Kate and John's actions offered a glimmer of hope for humanity's future survival.
Bryce has just started starring in a number of stage plays and short films. Since then, she has starred in many well-known films, including the Jurassic World series, Everybody's Happy, and The Mysterious Village. In addition to starring in films, Bryce has also made a name for himself in the television industry. Her performance in an episode of Black Mirror was well-received.
As a director, Bryce has also shown great talent. The short films and TV episodes she directs reflect her unique perspective and artistic sense of storytelling. Now 42 years old, Bryce has not only achieved success in the film and television industry, but is also actively involved in social activities. She supports a variety of charitable causes, especially those focused on women's rights and children's well-being.
10. John Connor (actor: Edward Furlong)
John Connor was born into a future world, and he was prophesied to be the leader of the future Human Resistance. As such, he is Skynet's biggest threat, and the robots send the Terminator to try to kill him in order to prevent his birth. John Connor's mission is not only to survive, but also to try to avoid future nuclear war and robot domination.
Edward, who was thirteen or fourteen years old at the time, was still young, but his performance in "Terminator 2" was quite good. He not only has the appearance of a small plum, but also successfully interprets the relationship between Xiaoena and T800. He also won the Saturn Award for Best Young Actor and the MTV Award for Best Performance Breakthrough. Since then, his acting career has begun to take off.
As time passed, Edward Furlong's life began to take a dangerous path. He was addicted to drugs and alcohol, frequently involved in unlicensed and drunk driving cases, and his life began to spiral out of control. His married life also ended tragically because of domestic violence against his ex-wife, Rachael Bella, and it only lasted for three short years.
In November 2012, he was arrested several times for clashing with his girlfriend, Monica Keena, and his life fell into a deep quagmire. This once passionate and talented man has now become the worst enemy in his life. However, at the age of 46, he can't see how handsome he was at the beginning.
Well, the above are the past and present changes of the 10 actors in the "Terminator" series, which actor shocks you the most?
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