Sir Ian Holm dead – Lord Of The Rings, Alien and Chariots of Fire star dies aged 88 after Parkinson's disease battle

LORD Of The Rings star Sir Ian Holm has died at the age of 88.

A representative for the actor confirmed he passed away in hospital from an illness related to Parkinson’s disease.





They told The Guardian: "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. Charming, kind and ferociously talented, we will miss him hugely."

The Oscar-nominated actor was famed for his starring roles in Lord Of The Rings, Alien and Chariots of Fire.

His death comes just weeks after he apologised to fans for not being able to join a virtual reunion for the Lord Of The Rings cast.

The star, who famously played Bilbo Baggins, said: "I am sorry to not see you in person, I miss you all and hope your adventures have taken you to many places, I am in lockdown in my hobbit home, or holm."

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