Ralph Fiennes opens up about impact of fame after Schindler’s List success

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27 May 2026 • 5:30 PM MYT
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Ralph Fiennes opens up about impact of fame after Schindler’s List success

  • Ralph Fiennes gained significant acclaim and an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Amon Göth in Steven Spielberg's 1993 Holocaust drama, Schindler's List.
  • Despite the film's success and the positive reception of his performance, Fiennes admitted he felt "unnerved" by the sudden fame and media attention that followed.
  • He described the initial gratification of the attention but found it "got a bit too much" as people began projecting expectations onto him.
  • Following Schindler's List, which propelled his career, Fiennes received another Oscar nomination for The English Patient and famously played Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter franchise.
  • Fiennes recently stated that he believes "that ship has sailed" regarding a potential return to his role as Lord Voldemort.

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