"Terence Stamp, renowned for his roles as a Superman antagonist and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert star, passes away at the age of 87"
British Actor Terence Stamp Passes Away at 87
British actor Terence Stamp, renowned for his iconic role as General Zod in the Superman films, passed away on August 17, 2025, at the age of 87. The official cause of death has not been disclosed by his family or representatives as of the latest reports.
Stamp's family released a statement honouring his extraordinary career and asking for privacy during this time, but they have not provided further information about how he died. Prior to his death, Stamp had a serious accident on a film set about a decade ago involving a horse, but that is unrelated to current reports on his passing.
Stamp made his film debut as the title character in the 1962 movie Billy Budd, for which he earned an Oscar nomination. His unblinking gaze, hypnotic in close-up, had an extraordinary effect on audiences. He received various accolades during his career, including a Golden Globe in 1962 and a Cannes Film Festival best actor award in 1965.
Stamp is best known for his role as General Zod in the films Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980). He also starred in over 60 films, including The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert, The Limey, and Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. His final big screen role was a brief cameo in Edgar Wright's 2021 film Last Night In Soho.
Edgar Wright, in a heartfelt Instagram post, remembered Stamp as "kind, funny, and endlessly fascinating". He also mentioned that the actor loved the camera as much as the camera loved him.
Stamp's work as a writer will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come, as his family's statement also mentioned. Pearce, another individual, paid tribute to Stamp, expressing admiration for him both on and off screen. His tribute included a farewell message signed with a kiss.
Terence Stamp was married to Elizabeth O'Rourke but did not have any children. His work will live on, leaving an indelible mark on the film industry. His passing is a significant loss for fans and colleagues alike.
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