Terence Stamp, the Oscar-nominated British actor known for his commanding presence and a career that spanned six decades, has died at the age of 87, his family confirmed in a statement on Sunday.
Stamp passed away on Sunday morning. His family, in a statement to Reuters, said he “leaves behind an extraordinary body of work, both as an actor and as a writer that will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come.”
A standout figure in the “Swinging London” scene of the 1960s, Stamp first gained international acclaim with his Oscar-nominated role in the 1962 film Billy Budd. Throughout his career, he was celebrated for his versatility and his ability to inhabit complex characters, from the menacing General Zod in Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980) to the touching portrayal of a transgender woman in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994), a role that earned him a BAFTA nomination.
His filmography includes a wide array of notable films, such as Far from the Madding Crowd (1967), Wall Street (1987), and The Limey (1999). He also appeared in major blockbusters like Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999) as Supreme Chancellor Finis Valorum. His last film role was in the 2021 psychological thriller Last Night in Soho.
A wave of tributes has poured in from the film industry and fans alike, recognizing his unique intensity and grace both on and off-screen.
