Terence Stamp, Star of Superman and The Limey, Dies at 87
Briefly

Terence Stamp, born in 1938 in London's East End, died at 87. He gained fame after receiving an Academy Award nomination for his debut in Billy Budd in 1962. He starred in various films throughout the 1960s and had a notable on-screen presence. In the 1970s, he experienced a career slump, prompting him to study Yoga in India. He later achieved success in the 1990s, winning several awards and earning nominations for his roles in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and The Limey. His last film role was in Last Night in Soho.
He leaves behind an extraordinary body of work, both as an actor and as a writer that will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come.
I think my ideas about it put the frighteners on Harry. I didn't get a second call from him.
It's a mystery to me. I was in my prime. When the 1960s ended, I just ended with it.
During that time away from the screen, I obliterated my swinging 60's persona and ego.
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