Gary Oldman shares the one role that finally stopped his career anxiety

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Gary Oldman, now Sir Gary, received the Global Icon Award at the Edinburgh TV Festival, two years after admitting frustration about not being recognized by the honors system.
Despite a long and successful career, Oldman still experiences 'low frequency anxiety' before starting new roles, questioning his ability to perform.
His role as Jackson Lamb in 'Slow Horses' has alleviated this anxiety for the past six years, a relief he deeply appreciates.
Oldman views acting as 'dress up' but emphasizes the necessity of taking it seriously, dedicating significant thought to his craft.
He expressed a desire to work on long-form TV series, inspired by shows like 'I, Claudius', leading him to seek a spy-themed project like 'Slow Horses'.
Oldman specified criteria for his next role: using his own accent, minimal makeup, and no prosthetics, which aligned with the character of Jackson Lamb.
He believes Jackson Lamb, a character who indulges in junk food and smoking, resonates with audiences because he bypasses social norms.
Oldman acknowledges that the success of 'Slow Horses' is a team effort, highlighting the contributions of his co-stars.
The seventh series of 'Slow Horses' has been ordered, with the sixth set to air on Apple TV+.

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