Stage and film actor Sir Ian Holm, who played Bilbo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings films, has died aged 88.
Sir Ian, Oscar-nominated as Olympic running coach Sam Mussabini in Chariots of Fire, also played the android Ash in 1979’s Alien.
“It is with great sadness we can confirm that the actor Sir Ian Holm CBE passed away this morning at the age of 88,” his agent said in a statement.
“He died peacefully in hospital with his family and carer,” he added.
His illness was Parkinson’s-related, his agent confirmed.
Holm, who also played Dr Willis in The Madness of King George, was classically trained and put in memorable performances in numerous plays.
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