Helen Mirren had a brief but memorable appearance as an extra in the iconic film "A Clockwork Orange" (1971).
Mirren is a distant relative of Russian playwright and short-story writer Anton Chekhov.
Mirren has a deep fascination with and love for fast cars, and she has even participated in racing events.
Mirren was the first actress to portray both Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Elizabeth II in different productions, earning critical acclaim for both performances.
Mirren is a passionate advocate for animal rights and has supported organizations such as PETA.
Mirren holds the distinction of being the only actress to have portrayed all three famous queens of the United Kingdom on screen.
Mirren has a talent for languages and is fluent in French, Italian, and German, among other languages.
Mirren was once a part of the Bob Hoskins Theatre Company, where she performed in various plays alongside acclaimed actor Bob Hoskins.
Mirren's iconic red bikini scene in the film "Calendar Girls" (2003) led to an increase in sales of that style of swimsuit.
In 2003, she was appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) for her services to drama, adding the title of "Dame" to her name.