On the morning of May 5, British star Bernard Hill – famous for playing Captain Smith in “Titanic” and King Théoden of the movie “Lord of the Rings” – passed away at the age of 79.

Bernard Hill was born in 1944, in Manchester (England). He has been actively working on screen since 1970 and has participated in more than 90 films from cinema to television. Actor Bernald Hill became famous for his leading role in the 1982 film Boys from the Blackstuff, a drama about unemployed men that became a symbol of the Thatcher era. However, it is his supporting roles that make the audience more familiar with him. In the classic film “Titanic” that won many Oscars directed by James Cameron, Bernald Hill made a strong impression as Captain Edward Smith, who, in the face of death, remained resolute in his role, clutching the rudder. ship when high water rushed through the windows.

Bernald Hill then joined director Peter Jackson’s blockbuster “Lord of the Rings” series as King Théoden, appearing in the parts “The Two Towers” (2002) and “The Return of the King” (2003), the work also won many Oscar awards. He also appeared in other highly appreciated series such as “Gandhi”, “Shirley Valentine” and “The Scorpion King”.

Talking about Bernard Hill’s more than 50-year acting career, BBC Drama Director Lindsay Salt said: “Bernard Hill has left his mark on the screen and his long career with iconic roles. , remarkable. It is a testament to his incredible talent.”