Sir Anthony Hopkins based his most famous character Hannibal Lecter on a tarantula and a crocodile.

The screen legend - who won an Oscar for his portrayal of the cannibalistic serial killer in 'The Silence of the Lambs' - revealed his animal inspiration to Jim Carrey.

Sir Anthony Hopkins has vowed never to have plastic surgery.

"The Silence of the Lambs" actor, who will turn 70 on New Year's Eve, insists he will never resort to going under the knife to turn back the clock.