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CHRIS HEMSWORTH (Captain Mitch Nelson) has become one of the most popular and sought-after actors in Hollywood.

In 2012, he starred as Thor in the fifth-highest-grossing film of all time, Marvel's "The Avengers." In 2015, Hemsworth starred in the second installment of the global juggernaut "The Avengers" franchise, "The Avengers: Age of Ultron." He can next be seen in "Avengers: Infinity War," in theatres May 2018 and is currently filming the fourth film of the franchise.

He had earlier been introduced as the hammer-wielding super hero in the 2011 hit "Thor," directed by Kenneth Branagh. Hemsworth reprised the title role, starring in "Thor: The Dark World" in 2013 and in the third installment, "Thor: Ragnarok," released in 2017.

In 2012, he starred in the action adventure "Snow White and the Huntsman," which opened at #1 at the box office. In 2016, Hemsworth starred in the title role of the prequel, "The Huntsman: Winter's War."

Born and raised in Australia, where he started his acting career, Hemsworth made his U.S. feature film debut in J.J. Abrams' blockbuster "Star Trek," playing the pivotal role of George Kirk. His additional film credits include Paul Feig's comedy "Ghostbusters," alongside Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones; the comedy "Vacation," with Ed Helms, Christina Applegate and Leslie Mann; and Ron Howard's "In the Heart Of The Sea." He had previously collaborated with Howard on the true-life drama "Rush," portraying famed Formula One driver James Hunt.

It was recently announced that he will star in the thriller "Bad Times at the El Royale," with Jeff Bridges.

Among his favorite charities, Hemsworth supports the Australian Childhood Foundation.

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