Acclaimed British actor Sir John Hurt dies at 77
ADVERTISEMENTThe great British actor John Hurt has died at the age of 77.
A Knight of the Realm the performer appeared in a number groundbreaking films.
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of John Hurt, who played Mr. Ollivander. Harry Potter fans will miss him very much. pic.twitter.com/xgSjePd4aV
— Harry Potter Film (@HarryPotterFilm) January 28, 2017
He played the role of John Merrick in the ‘The Elephant Man’ and Winston Smith in ’1984.’
“A lie becomes truth and then becomes a lie again.”
John Hurt in George Orwell's 1984 pic.twitter.com/oHo6dWR5l7
— The Strombo Show (@TheStromboShow) January 28, 2017
Hurt’s reputation as a character actor was secured for his portrayal of Quentin Crisp in the 1975 film ‘The Naked Civil Servant.’
He appeared in the Harry Potter films and has a role in ‘Jackie’ the movie about the life of Jackie Kennedy currently on release.
John Hurt dies at 77: Showbiz mourns tragic loss of Elephant Man actor who fought brave cancer battle https://t.co/IYQ82JH0tYpic.twitter.com/hSIppgTK3Z
— Daily Mirror (@DailyMirror) January 28, 2017
He recently underwent treatment for pancreatic cancer and intestinal issues.
Mel Brooks, Chris Evans, Stephen Colbert pay tribute to John Hurt, who died after a battle with pancreatic cancer https://t.co/7PfplVooqspic.twitter.com/uDIznfvlu9
— Hollywood Reporter (@THR) January 28, 2017
He is survived by his wife Anwen Rees-Myers, to whom he was married for 12 years.
Tributes to Sir John Hurt
My deepest sympathies to John Hurt's family, friends and fans. He was a dear friend.
— Kiefer Sutherland (@RealKiefer) January 28, 2017
God speed to John Hurt, a legendary actor and good human being.
— Sharon Stone (@sharonstone) January 28, 2017
Very sad to hear of John Hurt's passing. It was such an honor to have watched you work, sir.
— Elijah Wood (@elijahwood) January 28, 2017
“If you listen, you learn; if you talk, you don't.” – Sir John Hurt #RIP thank you for entertaining us xXx pic.twitter.com/BK1fS3zfgt
— STOP-Homophobia.com (@WipeHomophobia) January 28, 2017
The only actor who could make me well up before he said a single word. John Hurt was a truly beautiful one off.
— Matt Berry (@porksmith) January 28, 2017
Sir John Vincent Hurt, CBE born 22 January 1940 died 27 January 2017.