Sir John Vincent Hurt (22 January 1940 – 25 January 2017) was an English actor.

First enrolled at the Grimsby Art School and St. Martin's School of Art, his focus invariably turned from painting to acting. Accepted into the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in 1960, John made …

Oct 22, 2025 · John Hurt, British actor known for his insightful portrayals of damaged or eccentric characters. His popular films included Alien (1979), The Elephant Man (1980), Rob Roy …

Jan 28, 2017 · (AAP) British actor John Hurt, who has died aged 77, was a cult actor of many faces, often playing supporting roles which went down in the annals of cinema history.

Jan 28, 2017 · Sir John Hurt was one of Britain's best-known and most versatile actors. Over six decades, his distinctive voice and towering presence saw him much in demand for a variety of …

Aug 9, 2025 · John Hurt wasn’t just playing roles; he was bending the very fabric of storytelling, inviting audiences into the minds and lives of deeply flawed, beautifully complex characters. …

Sep 26, 2025 · John Hurt’s legacy continues to ripple through modern media. Whether you tune into The Walking Dead (TWD) or engage with contemporary filmmakers, references to his …