Brian Denis Cox, CBE (born June 1, 1946) is a Scottish actor. He is notable for being the first actor to play Hannibal Lecter, a role he took in the Michael Mann film "Manhunter". Wikipedia
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From The Times June 10, 2006 At last, the return of the native Brian Cox thought hed left the British stage for good, but a new Stoppard play has lured him back. entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,14933-2212876,...