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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Rebecca Newlands

Hollywood star Christoph Waltz spotted at Scottish football game at weekend

ACTOR Christoph Waltz was among a host of famous faces to be spotted at Celtic Park at the weekend.

The Hollywood star attended the Celtic v Rangers match at Parkhead on Sunday alongside the likes of Hoops-daft singer Rod Stewart and former goalkeeper Joe Hart.

But who is Christoph Waltz and why is he in Glasgow?

Who is Christoph Waltz?

Christoph Waltz is an Austrian film actor. He is best known for appearing in films such as Quentin Tarantino's Inglourious Basterds and Django Unchained, the James Bond film Spectre, The Legend of Tarzan and more. 

He is known for his portrayal villains and he has won two Oscars for Best Supporting Actor for his roles in Inglourious Basterds and Django Unchained.

Why is Christoph Waltz in Glasgow?

Christoph Waltz is in Glasgow filming the new Frankenstein film, a reboot of the horror tale based on the 1818 novel by Mary Shelley. 

 The new film is directed by renowned filmmaker Guillermo del Toro and will also star Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, David Bradley, Oscar Isaac and Charles Dance. 

Filming has been taking place at Glasgow Cathedral which has been closed for filming.

Actors were seen dressed in Victorian dress and the famous director was pictured on the set.

Del Toro is known for directing such films as Pan's Labyrinth, Hellboy and The Shape of Water. 

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