President Joe Biden, on a West Coast fundraising swing, attended a shiva to mourn Norman Lear, who died this week at age 101.
20.11.2023 - 11:35 / ok.co.uk
Bill & Ted actor Joss Ackland has sadly passed away at the age of 95, his family confirmed in a statement.
The actor, who had more than 130 film and TV roles to his name, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones.
The family's statement read: "With his distinctive voice and commanding presence, Ackland brought a unique intensity and gravitas to his roles. He will be remembered as one of Britain's most talented and beloved actors." Joss was also a cherished father and was married to his wife Rosemary for 51 years before she tragically passed away from motor neurone disease in 2002.
The actor leaves behind seven children, 34 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. He had worked with Hollywood stars including Alec Baldwin and Sean Connery on The Hunt for Red October and Keanu Reeves on Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey.
Fans have taken to social media to share their heartfelt tributes to the much-loved actor, with one fan posting: "Sad news about Joss Ackland. His performance in Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Copper Beeches is one of my favourite turns in anything." Russell Grant shared: "The wonderful, kind actor Joss Ackland has passed age 95. One of my very first TV acting contracts was for the BBC's Canterbury Tales 1969.
I had a tiny role in the Wife of Bath's tale played by Barbara Jefford and Joss was the Host. We filmed in beautiful Dorset at Milton Abbas." Another fan wrote: "RIP Joss Ackland. Wonderful scene stealer in everything, even Pet Shop Boys videos." While another said: "Really sad to hear that Joss Ackland has died.
The first thing I ever saw him in was a film called First and Last, about a retiree who embarks on a walk from Land's End to John O Groats.
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