With a wink that could derail a train (ladies, you know what I mean), Grant’s the tousled-haired, stuttering heartthrob that had women swooning and flocking to the box office. Hugh Grant became a household name after Four Weddings and a Funeral in 1994. Despite breaking out as a rom-com hero, Grant didn't let himself get typecast into stereotypical romantic lead roles and proved to the world that he is a versatile actor, capable of both comedic and dramatic roles, even earning a BAFTA, a Golden Globe, and an Honorary César for his work.In this article, we’ve compiled the best performances by Hugh Grant.The 7 Best Hugh Grant Performances1. Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) Mike Newell’s Four Weddings and a Funeral stars Hugh Grant as commitment-phobic bachelor Charles, who is unable to express his feelings to Carrie (Andie MacDowell), a woman he is attracted to. As he continuously crosses paths with her over the course of five social occasions, four weddings, and a funeral, he discovers what it really means to be in love. Charles launched Grant to fame. His portrayal of a young man who is afraid of commitment is extremely real and relevant to this day, and Grant brings a blend of wit, vulnerability, and awkward charm to the character, which makes Charles extremely memorable. The actor avoids caricature and relies on comedic timing to bring out Charles’ internal struggles in light-hearted ways despite his social blunders and romantic confusion. With that, even in an ensemble cast, Grant...
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