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Actor Bernard Hill, who played the role of Captain Edward Smith in the film 'Titanic', has passed away. However, the reason for Bernard's death has not been known yet.
According to BBC, the actor's agent Lou Colson confirmed that his death occurred on the morning of Sunday, May 5. His fiancee Alison was present with him in his last moments.
Hill was reportedly scheduled to attend Comic Con Liverpool on Saturday, May 4, but had to cancel at the last minute.
Bernard played the role of Edward Smith in the film 'Titanic'.
The only actor who was a part of two films to win 11 Oscars
Bernard was the only movie star to star in two films to win 11 Oscars. He played important roles in 'Titanic' released in 1997 and 'Lord of the Rings' released in 2003. Both these films won 11-11 Oscar Awards.
Hill played the role of King Theodon in the film 'Lord of the Rings'.
Actress Barbara Dixon remembered
On the death of the actor, his co-star actress Barbara Dixon has remembered him. The actress wrote in a tweet, 'It is with great sadness that I inform you that Bernard Hill has passed away.
We worked together on Willy Russell's show 'John Paul George Ringo and Bert' in 1974. He was an amazing actor. It was an honor to meet and work with him. May God give peace to your soul Beni.
Actress Barbara Dixon expressed condolences on Hill's death.
Also did theater and TV shows in a career of 50 years.
Apart from 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings', Hill had worked in many hit films in his career including 'Gandhi' and 'The Scorpion King'. In his 50-year acting career, apart from films, Hill also worked in TV serials and theatre.