Ivan Simon Cary Elwes (/ ˈɛlwɪs /; born 26 October 1962) [1][2] is an English actor. He starred as Westley in The Princess Bride (1987), [3] and also had lead roles in films such as Robin Hood: …

He is the brother of producer/agent Cassian Elwes and artist Damian Elwes. He was raised in London and attended Harrow. After graduating from Harrow, he moved to the US and studied …

Dec 30, 2025 · Cary Elwes starred in Rob Reiner's "The Princess Bride" and says of his mentor, "life is pain without you."

6 days ago · 'The Princess Bride' star Cary Elwes says he will remain in mourning long after the shocking deaths of beloved friends Michele and Rob Reiner earlier this month.

Ivan Simon Cary Elwes (born October 26, 1962) is an English actor. He is known for his leading roles in The Princess Bride (1987), Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993), and the Saw series.

Discover the remarkable life and career of Cary Elwes, the talented actor known for his iconic roles in "The Princess Bride" and "Robin Hood: Men in Tights."

On TV, Cary joined the cast of the popular Netflix series Stranger Things, at the start of the third season in 2019. Cary is politically active for causes he believes in such as helping Native...

Dec 30, 2025 · Princess Bride Star Cary Elwes Breaks His Silence on Rob Reiner's Death: 'I Can Finally Put My Grief Into Words’ Elwes met Reiner on the set of the fantasy film and remained …

Cary Elwes is an English actor known for his performances in various projects including film, television, and video games.

Dec 30, 2025 · Cary Elwes, star of Rob Reiner’s ‘The Princess Bride,’ paid tribute to the director. ‘This was a man who felt deeply. Whose heart was filled with love and compassion.’