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Bernard Hill, best known for his iconic role as Captain Edward J. Smith in Titanic, has died at the age of 79. The late veteran actor had an illustrious career in films, television and theatre. Scottish folk musician Barbara Dixon shared the news of Bernard’s death on Twitter.
Barbara Dixon pays tribute to Bernard Hill
Barbara tweeted from her handle, “I am very sad to tell about the death of Bernard Hill. We worked together on John Paul George Ringo and Bert, Willy Russell’s Amazing Show 1974-1975. Truly an amazing actor. It was a privilege to meet him. RIP Benny x #BernardHill.”
Fans expressed regret after learning about the death of the veteran actor. Cinema lovers paid tribute to him by praising his performances in Titanic and The Lord of the Rings. Many users praised his portrayal of a complex character such as Yosser Hughes in the British miniseries Boys from the Blackstuff. The late actor’s acting ability as King Theoden in The Lord of the Rings was also respected by fans.
Netizens mourn the death of Bernard Hill
One fan tweeted: “RIP #BernardHill, everyone is mentioning his brilliant role in Boys of the Black Stuff but I thought he was brilliant as the Duke of Norfolk in Wolf Hall. Very good actor.” Another fan wrote, “Rest in peace Bernard Hill. You had many amazing performances, and the inspiration you gave the world cannot be underestimated. Rest in the house of your ancestors, in whose mighty company you will not feel ashamed.”
Bernard Hill as Captain Edward J. Smith in Titanic
Bernard played British sea captain and naval officer Captain Edward J. Smith in James Cameron’s Titanic. The romantic disaster film stars Billy Zane, Kathy Bates, Francis Fisher, Gloria Stuart, Jonathan Hyde, Victor Garber, David Warner, Suzy Amis, and Bill Paxton.
Bernard was the only actor to star in more than one film to win 11 Academy Awards – Titanic and The Lord of the Rings.
