'Lord of the Rings' actor Ian Holm dies

of famed British actor Ian Holm has been mourned throughout the film world, but especially by “Lord of the Rings” fans who enjoyed his performance as Bilbo Baggins. In a Facebook post honoring his life, “LOTR” director Peter Jackson reflected on his memories of working with Holm on both “The Fellowship of the Ring” and his final film performance in “The Hobbit.”“Ian was such a delightful, generous man.

Lord Of The Rings director Peter Jackson has paid an emotional tribute to the late Ian Holm.Holm, who starred as Bilbo Baggins in the trilogy of films, passed away this week at the age of 88.“I’m feeling very sad at the passing of Sir Ian Holm,” Jackson wrote in a lengthy post on Facebook. “Ian was such a delightful, generous man.

Lord of the Rings castmates Orlando Bloom, Elijah Wood, and Dominic Monaghan have added their tributes to those pouring in for Sir Ian Holm.The actor passed away in hospital in London on Friday following a battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was well-known for playing Frodo’s uncle Bilbo Baggins in Peter Jackson’s adaptations of J.R.R.

"It is with great sadness that the actor Sir Ian Holm CBE passed away this morning at the age of 88," Alex Irwin said."He died peacefully in hospital, with his family and carer," a statement said, adding that his illness was Parkinson's related."An established star of the Royal Shakespeare Company, and Harold Pinter's favourite actor, (he won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor as Lenny in The Homecoming), Sir Ian was globally recognised for his extraordinarily impressive and varied career

Noted British actor Ian Holm who is known for his stint in movies like The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit fame has passed away aged 88. The statement about the British actor’s demise has been released by his agent.

The veteran Royal Shakespeare Company and film actor Sir Ian Holm, who played Bilbo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings films, has died at the age of 88 from a Parkinsons-related illness.Sir Ian, was Oscar-nominated as best supporting actor for his role as the the coach in Chariots of Fire."It is with great sadness we can confirm that the actor Sir Ian Holm CBE passed away this morning at the age of 88," his agent Alex Irwin said in a statement."He died peacefully in hospital with his family and

Sir Ian Holm has died at the age of 88. The British actor - famous for his roles in 'Alien', 'Lord of the Rings', 'Chariots of Fire' and 'Time Bandits' - passed away on Friday (19.06.20) from a "Parkinson's related" illness at hospital surrounded by his family.

Lord of the Rings films, has died at 88.Holm's agent confirmed his death to The Guardian, saying in a statement on Friday, "It is with great sadness that the actor Sir Ian Holm CBE passed away this morning at the age of 88. He died peacefully in hospital, with his family and carer.

LONDON (Reuters) - British actor Ian Holm, best known for his roles in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy and "Alien", has died aged 88, the Guardian newspaper said on Friday.The actor, who received an Oscar nomination for his performance in the 1981 film "Chariots of Fire", had died from a Parkinson's related illness, the paper said."It is with great sadness that the actor Sir Ian Holm CBE passed away this morning at the age of 88," his agent told the paper.

The Lord of the Rings, has passed away aged 88.The Oscar-nominated actor also had starring roles in Alien and Chariots of Fire, and his death was confirmed today (June 19) by his agent."It is with great sadness that the actor Sir Ian Holm CBE passed away this morning at the age of 88," they said (via The Guardian)."He died peacefully in hospital, with his family and carer," they added, noting that his illness was Parkinson's related.

Mia Farrow, Eddie Izzard and Robert Webb are among the stars who have paid tribute to Sir Ian Holm after his agent confirmed his death.The 88-year-old died after suffering a short illness linked to Parkinson’s Disease.A statement from Holm’s agent read: “He died peacefully in hospital, with his family and carer. "He was a genius of stage and screen, winning multiple awards and loved by directors, audiences and his colleagues alike.

British actor Ian Holm has died at the age of 88. Holm, who starred as Bilbo Baggins in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films, passed away in hospital in London on Friday, after a battle with Parkinson's disease.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine , who was perhaps best known for in the trilogy, has died aged 88. The actor, who also received an Oscar nomination for Chariots of Fire and starred in Alien, The Hobbit and The Sweet Hereafter, passed away in hospital on Friday morning. hich read: "It is with great sadness we can confirm that the actor Sir Ian Holm CBE passed away this morning at the age of 88.

hereHis agent added: “An established star of the Royal Shakespeare Company, and Harold Pinter’s favourite actor, (he won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor as Lenny in The Homecoming), Sir Ian was globally recognised for his extraordinarily impressive and varied career."It "included highlights such as Chariots of Fire, The Fifth Element, Alien, The Sweet Hereafter, Time Bandits, The Emperor’s New Clothes and The Madness of King George."“His portrayal of Bilbo Baggins in The Hobbit and The Lord

Ian Holm was a British actor whose many roles included the hobbit Bilbo Baggins in the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy and the android Ash in “Alien” (1979). Other notable roles for Holm include trainer Sam Mussabini in “Chariots of Fire” (1981), Napoleon in “Time Bandits” (1981), and Father Vito Cornelius in “The Fifth Element” (1997).

pic.twitter.com/x3OduDwoJeHolm was knighted in 1998 for his services to drama.“His sparkling wit always accompanied a mischievous twinkle in his eye,” Irwin said. “Charming, kind and ferociously talented, we will miss him hugely.’’Holm was married four times and had five children.