Bernard Hill, Titanic Captain, Passes Away
British actor Bernard Hill, famous for his role as the captain in “Titanic” and as Théoden, King of Rohan in “The Lord of the Rings,” has passed away, as announced by his family on Sunday.
In a statement released by the family, it was stated: “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of the renowned actor Bernard Hill in the early hours of Sunday, at the age of 79, with his fiancée Alison and their son Gabriel.”
Bernard Hill became known for his role in the film “Boys from the Blackstuff” in 1982, which depicted the story of unemployed men, becoming a symbol of the Thatcher era. Despite secondary roles in many films, he brought a special touch to most of his works, with a particular charisma among audiences.
In the film “Titanic” directed by Oscar-winning James Cameron in 1997, Hill played the role of ship captain Edward Smith, a man trying to save his massive ship but ultimately resigning to his fate.
Hill also starred in Peter Jackson’s “The Lord of the Rings” film series, portraying the character Théoden, King of Rohan, and excelled in other memorable roles in films such as “Gandhi,” “Shirley Valentine,” and “The Scorpion King.”
