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Terence Stamp, actor who played Superman villain Zod, dies at 87
Terence Stamp earned international fame for his role as General Zod and had a diverse career spanning over six decades in film and theatre, his family said.
- Sunday morning brought news that Terence Stamp, British actor, died at 87, his family said, known for General Zod in Superman films.
- After leaving school, Stamp won a drama school scholarship following early advertising work, establishing himself in the 1960s London arts scene.
- He starred alongside Julie Christie in ‘Far From the Madding Crowd’ in 1967 and appeared in ‘Valkyrie’ with Tom Cruise and ‘The Adjustment Bureau’ with Matt Damon.
- His family said he leaves behind an extraordinary body of work that will inspire people for years, and social media tributes praised him as more than Zod at age 87.
- Stamp’s career ranged from Pasolini’s ‘Theorem’ to Hollywood hits like ‘Wall Street’ and ‘Valkyrie’, showcasing remarkable diversity beyond his General Zod role.
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Terence Stamp, General Zod in Superman movies, dies at age 87
Terence Stamp attends Song for Marion Premiere, in Paris. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale/Corbis via Getty Images) British actor Terence Stamp, best known for playing General Zod in 1978’s Superman and its sequel, 1980’s Superman II, has died at the age of 87. “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved uncle and brother, Terence Stamp,” read a statement provided to ABC News from the actor’s family. “He died peacefully this …
Terence Stamp Dies: Superman's General Zod Was 87
Actor Terence Stamp has died at age 87, his family announced Sunday. Stamp may be best known to IGN readers for his roles as General Zod in 1978’s Superman and Superman II and as Supreme Chancellor Valorum in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace."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," the family said. "We ask for privacy at this sad…
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