Terence Stamp, the British actor renowned for his portrayal of the formidable General Zod in the 1978 film Superman and its 1980 sequel Superman II, passed away on Sunday at the age of 87.
Stamp’s career spanned over six decades, beginning with his Oscar-nominated role in Billy Budd (1962). He gained prominence in the 1960s as a style icon of the “Swinging London” era, starring in films like Far from the Madding Crowd and The Collector. After a spiritual retreat in the 1970s, he returned to prominence with his role as General Zod, a performance that left a lasting impact on the superhero genre.
Beyond his villainous roles, Stamp showcased his versatility in films such as The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994), where he portrayed Bernadette, a transgender woman, earning c