Terence Stamp’s Life, Loves and Legacy
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The actor earned an Oscar nom for his first film, 'Billy Budd,' was menacing in 'Superman,' 'The Limey' and 'The Collector' and romanced Julie Christie on and off the screen.
British actor Terence Stamp, who played the baddie General Zod opposite Christopher Reeve in "Superman" and "Superman II," has died at 87.
Terence Stamp, the British actor who often played the role of a complex villain, including that of General Zod in the early Superman films, has died. He was 87.
Terence Stamp, the actor known for his role as Superman villain General Zod in the original films, passed away on the morning of August 17, 2025. He was 87.
The English actor was best known for starring as the arch-villain in the original Superman films and for depicting the title character in Billy Budd.
Opinion: Over 30 years later, Stamp’s Bernadette remains a legendary film character, especially in these current anti-LGBTQ+ times, writes .
He helped redefine male beauty, ushering in the era of the cinematic bad boy.
The British actor, who starred in 'Billy Budd,' 'Wall Street,' 'Superman II' and 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,' died Sunday at 87.