British actor Bernard Hill played King Theoden of Rohan in the film. Lord of the Ring Not just the movie, but the captain who heroically sinks with his ship. Titanic — He died at the age of 79.
Mr Hill died on Sunday morning, his agent Lou Coulson told BBC News. No cause was given.
A reliable and unique actor whose dignity led him to be frequently cast in prestigious roles, Bernard Hill began his career in British theater and television before moving on to film and eventually appearing in major roles around the world. I was involved in movies.
He played a supporting role in Gandhi, Bounty, Shirley Valentine, Mountain of the Moonand ghosts and darkness. He also played the warden of a California prison in the 1999 Clint Eastwood film. true crime.
But it was his role as King Théoden of Rohan in Peter Jackson’s Oscar-winning adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s original work. Lord of the Ring That made him a fanboy favorite.
His character first appears in two towers as the decrepit captive of his evil advisor, Grima Wormtongue. However, magical intervention by Gandalf the White frees Theoden, allowing him to return to his original form and lead the epic Battle of Helm’s Deep.
return of the king Theoden is at odds with his stubborn niece Éowyn, who forbids him from fighting alongside the men. Theoden is mortally wounded in the climactic battle, but he makes peace with Éowyn, who secretly enters the battlefield, and kills the Witch King to avenge her uncle.
Hill loved himself even more hardcore LOTR Expressing disdain for Amazon to fans ring of power It serves as a kind of prequel to the series. LOTR.
When asked if he had seen the 2022 Amazon series, which reportedly cost more than $1 billion to make, he said, “No, I’m not interested.” “This is a money-making venture and I have no interest in watching or participating in it.”
in titanicHill played Captain Edward J. Smith, a real-life British naval officer who chose to remain on a ship that sank during its maiden voyage in 1912.
In a 2022 interview commemorating the film’s 25th anniversary, Hill recalled that he was good friends with director James Cameron, but said the other actors were not. He also said his greatest joy was working with co-star David Warner, who plays the personal assistant to villain Caledon Hockley.
“David Warner was instrumental in me becoming an actor in the first place,” Hill says. Said Metro company. “He did it hamlet The performance at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford was truly breathtaking. ”
Hill’s survivors include his wife, Marianna, and son, Gabriel.
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