Actor Terence Stamp, known for his roles in 'Superman,' dies at 87.
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British actor Terence Stamp , widely recognized for playing the villain General Zod in the films Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980), died this morning at the age of 87, his family announced.
Stamp was born in London's East End in 1938 and spent part of his childhood during the Blitz of World War II . He began his professional career after winning a scholarship to study drama, and gained international acclaim with his debut role in Billy Budd (1962), which earned him an Academy Award nomination .
During her film career, Stamp starred in such acclaimed productions as Theorem (1968), A Season in Hell (1971), and The Adventures of Priscilla , Queen of the Desert (1994), in which she played a transgender woman. She also worked with directors such as Pier Paolo Pasolini , Federico Fellini , and Peter Ustinov , cementing her reputation as a versatile and iconic actor .
The family's statement highlights that he leaves behind " an extraordinary body of work , both as an actor and writer , that will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come," and they request respect and privacy during this time of mourning .
British actor Terence Stamp , widely recognized for playing the villain General Zod in the films Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980), died this morning at the age of 87, his family announced.
El Confidencial