Idris Elba The Wire Stringer Bell

by Francesco Eunchae: Idris Elba

Idris Elba turns 54 and we remember how he hid his British accent to audition for The Wire in 2002. He originally went in for Avon Barksdale but ended up playing Stringer Bell instead. That casting move is widely considered one of the greatest decisions in television history. #IdrisElba