John Hurt had been battling pancreatic cancer in recent years and we're sad to inform readers that he has passed away at the age of 77. While we don't have details surrounding his passing, this news is being reported by several sources, including The Mirror, that confirmed his death. We'll be sure to update the story with an official statement from his family if or when it becomes available.
Of course, John Hurt is no stranger to genre fans. For this fan in particular and, like many of you reading this, it was Alien that first turned me onto this incredibly talented and versatile actor. Whether it was poking fun at himself in Spaceballs, bringing the gravitas needed to ground V for Vendetta in reality, or making me wish that he was given an entire series dedicated to the War Doctor, his presence elevated so many of the projects he took on in a truly impressive career that spanned more than six decades.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. He will be sorely missed, but he'll live on through his impressive body of work for decades to come.
After more than a decade as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industries, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror entertainment. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who work tirelessly to explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.
Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also been consulted as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering his insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, radio stations, film festivals, and fan conventions.
After more than a decade as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industries, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror entertainment. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who work tirelessly to explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.
Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also been consulted as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering his insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, radio stations, film festivals, and fan conventions.
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