Character Detail

"Position. Power."
Vain, brutal, ambitious, loyal, athletic, single-minded, boastful, frustrated, Gisborne is a selfish bully. As the Sheriff's right hand man, Gisborne is capable of overwhelming cruelty in his ruthless pursuit for heritage and position.
Yet beyond this drive for recognition was the one hope for redemption: Marian. When he realised that Marian would always love Robin above him he took drastic action with tragic consequences for everyone.
Weapon: Sword
Played by: Richard Armitage
Richard's film and tv credits include North & South and Sparkhouse.

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