Overview
- Gibson turns 70 on January 3, prompting fresh assessments of a career that spans blockbuster acting and high-profile directing.
- He broke through at 23 with Mad Max, cemented stardom with Lethal Weapon, and won five Oscars with Braveheart including Best Picture and Best Director.
- The Passion of the Christ drew criticism for alleged antisemitic portrayals yet earned major box-office success and helped build a conservative Christian following.
- FAZ and Stern report that President Donald Trump named Gibson a "special ambassador in Hollywood" after his most recent inauguration.
- Recent years brought fewer prominent roles, with FAZ noting his last notable lead was four years ago in On the Line, and Stern reports he is working on a planned Passion sequel targeted for 2027 theatrical release.