Bernard Hill, the renowned actor who brought to life iconic characters in “Titanic” and “Lord of the Rings,” has sadly passed away at the age of 79
Hill’s portrayal of Captain Edward Smith in the Oscar-winning film and his stellar performance as King Theoden in the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy earned him widespread acclaim.
His breakthrough role as Yosser Hughes in the legendary drama series “Boys from the Blackstuff” showcased his talent and versatility.
His passing was confirmed by his agent, Lou Coulson, who shared that Hill had died in the early hours of May 5th.
Tributes have poured in from fans and colleagues, including Lindsay Salt, Director of BBC Drama, who praised Hill’s incredible talent and iconic roles.
Hill was set to make his return to the small screen in the BBC drama “The Responder” before his passing.
His legacy as a talented actor will be deeply missed.
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