What are Ridley Scott’s biggest films and what’s the director’s net worth as he receives Baftas 2018 fellowship
Ridley Scott made headlines when he cut Kevin Spacey from All The Money In The World
THE Legendary director Ridley Scott received a fellowship at the 2018 Baftas in a special honour presented by The Duke of Cambridge.
He made headlines after cutting shamed actor Kevin Spacey from his film, All The Money In The World. Here's all you need to know about the film icon and his award-winning movies.
Who is Ridley Scott and what is his net worth?
Sir Ridley Scott is an English film producer and director, best known for his work in the science-fiction genre.
After starting his career with the BBC, Ridley directed his first feature film in 1977 with The Duellists.
Ridley Scott has an estimated net worth of £140 million thanks to lucrative box office hits.
What are some of Ridley Scott's biggest films?
Ridley Scott is perhaps best known for his work on the Alien franchise.
The original 1979 movie was only his second film as a director. Alien has been followed by several sequels and spin-off projects.
Gladiator (2000) received Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Visual Effects.
His other box-office hits include Robin Hood, Black Hawk Down, The Martian and American Gangster.
Did Ridley Scott fire Kevin Spacey from All The Money In The World?
In November 2017, The Sun reported that Kevin Spacey's scenes in the new Ridley Scott epic All The Money In The World had been removed just six weeks before its release.
The news came after multiple accusations of sexual harassment and assault against the actor.
People close to the production said he's been replaced by Christopher Plummer, who is starting reshoots immediately in the role of J. Paul Getty.
All of Spacey's scenes will be reshot and co-stars Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Williams are expected to participate.
Scott, who is known to be an efficient director, is intending to keep the film's December 22 release date.
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Is Ridley Scott married and does he have children?
Ridley married wife and long-time collaborator Giannina Facio in 2015.
Since starring in Gladiator, Giannina has been cast in all of Ridley's films with American Gangster and The Martian being exceptions.
Despite meeting on the set of Gladiator, they didn't start dating until they were reunited a year later when filming Hannibal.
Ridley has two sons, Jake and Luke, from his marriage to Felicity Heywood between 1964 and 1975.
He also has a daughter, Jordan Scott, from his marriage to Sandy Watson.