'Superman' film actor dies, Terence Stamp said goodbye to the world at the age of 87
Terence Stamp Death News: Hollywood actor Terence Stamp has died at the age of 87. Terence was known for his role as General Zod in the Superman film.
British film legend Terence Stamp has passed away. Throughout his six-decade career, the veteran actor portrayed a host of iconic on-screen characters. The 87-year-old died on Sunday, which was revealed in an online obituary posted by his family.
London-born Terence Stamp began his career in 1962 with the movie 'Billy Budd', which was set in a marine setting. He was nominated for an Oscar with his very first film. His performance in this movie was greatly appreciated.
Although Stamp played many serious and emotional roles, he gained the most popularity from the role of General Zod in 1978's 'Superman' and 1980's 'Superman II'. Terence Stamp's most acclaimed roles include 1994's The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, in which he played Bernadette, a transsexual woman.
The sensitivity and dignity with which he played this character impressed both audiences and critics. His central role in Steven Soderbergh's 1999 film The Limey, a father's revenge-seeking film, is still a favourite among fans of crime dramas.
Terence Stamp not only acted in films, but was also active in theatre and television. His voice, screen presence, and depth of character established him as an actor who did not just act, but lived every character. His death marks the end of an era in the film world, but the characters he played - especially General Zod - will always live on in the history of cinema.
