Sad news tonight – Legendary actor from “The Field” John Hurt has sadly passed away 77 – TheLiberal.ie – Our News, Your Views

Sad news tonight – Legendary actor from “The Field” John Hurt has sadly passed away 77




Two-time Oscar nominee and “The Field” actor John Hurt has sadly died aged 77 after a long fight with pancreatic cancer, his agent has confirmed.

The English-born Hollywood legend had a career that spanned six decades and had memorable roles in The Elephant man, The Field and more recently, Harry Potter.

The Harry Potter actor had pancreatic cancer for a couple of years but in October 2015 was given the all clear.

Sadly, tonight, his agent has confirmed that John Hurt has passed away aged 77.

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