Editing Rupert Giles (section)

==Reception==
Head's portrayal of Giles was largely well received by television critics and fans alike. His performance brought a balance of wisdom, warmth, and occasional comedic moments, making Rupert Giles one of the most beloved characters on ''[[Buffy the Vampire Slayer]]''. An article for ''[[TheWrap|The Wrap]]'' summarized, "For more than five seasons, the British actor added depth and charm to Joss Whedon's groundbreaking 1997-2003 series as mild-mannered librarian Rupert Giles." Head was nominated in for the 2001 [[Saturn Award]] for Best Supporting Actor, but lost out to co-star [[James Marsters]].<ref>{{cite web |date=12 June 2001 |title=Saturn Awards for 2001 |url=https://www.imdb.com/event/ev0000004/2001 |access-date=24 May 2011 |work=IMDB.com}}</ref>

Critics praised Head’s ability to portray Giles’ evolution from a strict, rule-abiding Watcher to a mentor and father figure for Buffy and the Scooby Gang. His nuanced performance allowed the character to transition from the traditional authority figure into a deeply complex and emotionally resonant part of the show’s narrative. TV Guide ranked Giles among the best TV mentors of all time, highlighting his intelligence, dry wit, and unwavering support for Buffy.

Head was nominated for the 2001 Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor, but lost out to co-star James Marsters, who played the fan-favorite character Spike. Despite this, his portrayal of Giles remained a standout element of the series, earning him a dedicated fan following. Additionally, Head's work on ''Buffy'' helped pave the way for his roles in later television projects, including ''Merlin'' and ''[[Ted Lasso]]''.{{Expand section|date=May 2011}}