Bernard Hill, who had roles in movies such as "The Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic," passed away Sunday according to his manager, William Blaylock. ABC News also confirmed his death. He was 79 years old.
His manager called Hill a "wonderful actor" and friend, and said his death was "a loss to everyone."
Bernard Hill
Hill began his career in the 1970s with roles in films like "It Could Happen To You" and spanned nearly five decades.
Hill is perhaps most famous for his role as Captain Smith in James Cameron's "Titanic." In the movie, he donned a white beard as he went down with the ship he steered.
More success came years later, as Hill played Théoden, King of Rohan, in "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" and "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers."
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones.
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