Actor Terence Stamp died, remembered for his role as General Zod in “Superman” films

Terence Stampactor known for his papers in the films of Superman and The adventures of Priscilla, desert queenhe died at age 87.

The Oscar nominee family shared the news that Stamp died on Sunday morning.

“Leaves an extraordinary work, both as an actor and writer, who will continue to move and inspire people for years,” they said, according to Reuters. “We ask for privacy in this sad moment.”

Terence Stamp’s extensive career

Born on July 22, 1938 in Stepney, London, Stamp attended the Webber Douglas Dramatic Art Academy before starting acting on stage in works such as The Long The Short and The Tall, Alfie!, Dracula and The Lady of the Sea.

Stamp made his screen debut in the main role of the historical drama of Peter Ustinov 1962, Billy Buddwhich earned a Golden Globe to the new star of the year – actor and a nomination for the Academy Award as best cast actor.

In addition to interpreting General Zod in Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980), Stamp has starred in films such as Far from the worldly noise (1967), Wall Street (1987), Young Guns (1988), The Real McCoy (1993), Star Wars: Episode I – The Ghost Threat (1999), The Limey (1999), The enchanted mansion (2003), Valkyrie (2008) and Last Night in Soho (2021).

His performance as the trans woman Bernadette Bassenger in The adventures of Priscilla, desert queen (1994) of Stephan Elliott It earned him nominations for a Golden Globe and a BAFTA, staying as an LGBTQ classic.

Guy PearceStamp’s co -star in Priscilla, He paid tribute to the actor in social networks. “Goodbye, dear Tel. You were a real inspiration, both with heels and without them. We will always have Kings Canyon, Kings Road and the damn Abba! I wish you the best, Ralph! XXXX,” he wrote in X.