British actor Terence Stamp, renowned for his portrayal of legendary villain General Zod in the Superman films, has passed away at the age of 87.

His family confirmed the news on Sunday, describing him as having left 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."

They added: "We ask for privacy at this sad time," in a statement to Reuters news agency.

An extraordinary legacy

Born in London's East End in 1938, Terence’s early life was marked by the challenges of wartime London, including enduring the bombing of World War II.

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