Lawrence Makoare

Lawrence Makoare

Actor

Baston Point, Auckland, New Zealand
March 20, 1968

Biography

Lawrence Makoare (born 20 March 1968) is a New Zealand Māori actor. He is most known for his roles in The Lord of the Rings film series as several prominent antagonists, including Lurtz the Uruk-Hai and the Witch-King of Angmar.

Photo

Lawrence Makoare 1

Awards and Honors

Critical Favorites

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2003Winner

Best Performance

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
2001Winner

Best Performance

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
2013Winner

Best Performance

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

Career Highlights

Die Another Day
2002Highlight

Best Performance

Die Another Day

Forgive Us All
2025Highlight

Best Performance

Forgive Us All

Video

4K Trailer
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King