Personal details
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Born:
- Birthday: 1940-01-22
- Born Place: Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, UK
Deathday:
2017-01-25
Also Known As:
John Vincent Hurt, Sir John Hurt, 존 허트, Σερ Τζον Βίνσεντ Χερτ, Τζον Χερτ, 约翰·赫特 , 約翰·赫特, Джон Херт, جان هرت
John Hurt
John Hurt was a distinguished English actor known for his deep voice, emotional range, and a career that spanned over five decades. Born on January 22, 1940, in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, Hurt became one of Britain's most respected actors, celebrated for his versatility across film, television, and stage. He gained widespread acclaim for his roles in critically acclaimed films such as "The Elephant Man" (1980), where he portrayed the physically deformed yet deeply human Joseph Merrick, earning him an Academy Award nomination. Other iconic performances include Kane in "Alien" (1979), Winston Smith in "Nineteen Eighty-Four" (1984), and Mr. Ollivander in the Harry Potter series. He was also notable for his role as the War Doctor in Doctor Who. Knighted in 2015 for his services to drama, Hurt continued to work prolifically even after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2015. He passed away on January 25, 2017, leaving behind a rich legacy as one of the finest actors of his generation, known for his commitment to complex characters and powerful storytelling.
