Bernard Hill

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Remembering Bernard Hill: The Titanic and Lord of the Rings Star

Bernard Hill - Boys from the Blackstuff - Captain Edward Smith - King Théoden - Lord of the Rings - Titanic

Discover the legacy of Bernard Hill, the legendary actor known for his iconic roles in Titanic and Lord of the Rings. Read on to learn more about his remarkable career!

Bernard Hill, the esteemed actor renowned for his unforgettable performances in blockbuster hits such as Titanic and Lord of the Rings, has passed away at the age of 79. With a career spanning decades, Hill's talent and versatility captivated audiences worldwide. His portrayal of Captain Edward Smith in the epic Titanic and King Théoden in the fantasy realm of Middle-earth solidified his status as a cinematic legend.

Hill's journey to fame began with his breakthrough role as Yosser Hughes in the acclaimed BBC series

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Bernard Hill, Titanic and Lord of the Rings actor, dies at age 79 (The Straits Times)

According to Screen Rant, Hill is the only actor to have starred in two movies that won 11 Oscars. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Bernard Hill: Titanic and Lord of the Rings actor dies (BBC News)

Actor Bernard Hill, best known for roles in Titanic and Lord of the Rings, has died aged 79. He played Captain Edward Smith in the 1997 Oscar-winning film ...

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Bernard Hill, Boys from the Blackstuff and Lord of the Rings actor ... (The Guardian)

Hill's portrayal of Yosser Hughes in 1982 BBC series launched career that included roles in Titanic and JRR Tolkein epic.

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Bernard Hill, 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings' Actor, Dies at 79 (Hollywood Reporter)

Bernard Hill, known to audiences at Titanic's Captain Edward Smith and King Théoden in the Lord of the Rings, has died. He was 79.

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Bernard Hill Dies: 'Lord Of The Rings' And 'Titanic' Actor Was 79 (Deadline)

He played Captain Edward Smith in the 1997 Oscar-winning film Titanic, and King Théoden in the Lord of the Rings. His breakout role was in BBC TV drama Boys ...

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Bernard Hill Dead: 'Lord of the Rings' and 'Titanic' Actor Was 79 (Variety)

Bernard Hill, who played King Théodon in the 'Lord of the Rings' film trilogy and Captain Edward Smith in 'Titanic,' has died. He was 79.

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Bernard Hill, Titanic and Lord of the Rings Star, Dead at 79 (Vulture)

Bernard Hill, the actor best known for his roles as Captain Edward Smith in 'Titanic' and King Théoden in the 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy, has died at the ...

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Bernard Hill, who starred in 'Titanic' and 'The Lord of the Rings,' dies ... (NPR)

The English actor played Captain Edward John Smith in the 1997 film Titanic as well as King Théoden of Rohan in The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

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Bernard Hill, actor known for "Titanic" and "Lord of the Rings," dead ... (CBS News)

Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."

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Bernard Hill: Titanic and Lord of the Rings actor dies (BBC News)

His breakout role was in 1982 BBC TV drama Boys from the Blackstuff, where he portrayed Yosser Hughes, a character who struggled - and often failed - to cope ...

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Actor Bernard Hill, of 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings,' has died at 79 (ABC News)

In “Titanic," Hill played Captain Edward Smith, one of the only characters based on a real person in the 1997 tragic romance starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate ...

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Bernard Hill, Actor in 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings,' Dies at 79 (The New York Times)

With a stout frame, bushy whiskers and a weathered visage, he embodied men of authority facing down danger with weary stoicism.

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Actor Bernard Hill, of 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings,' has died at 79 (NBC News)

LONDON — Actor Bernard Hill, who delivered a rousing cry before leading his people into battle in “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” and went ...

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Actor Bernard Hill, of Titanic and Lord Of The Rings, has died at 79 (CNA)

In Titanic, Hill played Captain Edward Smith, one of the only characters based on a real person, and in the Lord Of The Rings franchise, he was Théoden, ...

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'Gissa job!' How Bernard Hill created one of TV's most tragic and ... (The Guardian)

Playing unhinged head-butting Yosser Hughes in Boys from the Blackstuff made Hill a legend. But, from Titanic to The Lord of the Rings, his entire 50-year ...

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Bernard Hill obituary (The Guardian)

Versatile actor whose role as Yosser Hughes in the BBC's 1982 series Boys from the Blackstuff made him a television star.

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'Lord of the Rings' Cast Pay Tribute to Bernard Hill: No One Spoke ... (Hollywood Reporter)

The 'Lord of the Rings' hobbit actors posted touching tributes to the late Bernard Hill, saying, 'We lost a member of our family this morning.

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'Lord Of The Rings' Cast Remembers Bernard Hill: 'Don't Think ... (Deadline)

'Lord of the Rings' cast members Elijah Wood, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan and Sean Astin, are remembering the late Bernard Hill.

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'Lord of the Rings' actors pay tribute to 'king' Bernard Hill, proving ... (Yahoo Entertainment)

The four actors who starred as hobbits in the franchise became emotional onstage, proving the 'Fellowship' is as strong as ever.

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Actor Bernard Hill, of 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings,' has died at 79 (KTVA)

Actor Bernard Hill, ...

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