Boromir
fictional character
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Summary
Boromir is a Middle-earth man[1]. He was born in Gondor[2]. He died in Amon Hen[3]. He worked as a swordfighter[4]. He ranks in the top 4% of middle earth man entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (6,502 views/month).[5]
Key Facts
- Father: Denethor[6]
- Mother: Finduilas[7]
- Creator: J. R. R. Tolkien[8]
- Member of: Fellowship of the Ring[9]
- Sex or gender: male[10]
- Instance of: literary character[11], film character[12]
- Killed by: Orcs in Tolkien's legendarium[13]
- Performer: Sean Bean[14]
- Part of: House of Húrin[15]
- Commons category: Boromir[16]
- Country of origin: Gondor[17]
- From narrative universe: Tolkien's legendarium[18]
- Manner of death: homicide[19]
- Participant in: the Council of Elrond[20]
- Present in work: The Lord of the Rings[21], The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King[22]
- Owner of: Horn of Gondor[23]
- Different from: Borimir[24]
- Sibling: Faramir[25]
- Last words: I would have followed you, my brother... My captain... My king.[26], I have failed.[27]
- Enemy: Sauron[28]
Why It Matters
Boromir has Wikipedia articles in 26 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[29] He is known by 16 alternative names across languages and contexts.[30]
FAQs
Where was Boromir born?
Boromir's place of birth was Gondor[2].
Where did Boromir die?
Boromir died in Amon Hen[3].
Who were Boromir's parents?
Boromir's father was Denethor[6]. Boromir's mother was Finduilas[7].
What did Boromir do for work?
Boromir worked as a swordfighter[4].