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Boys From the Blackstuff at the National Theatre review: flawed but stirring

This is a blast from the past, which still echoes today

Evening Standard

Letter: Bernard Hill obituary

Tony Coult writes: In 1993 Bernard Hill created an extraordinary character in a drama by Edward Bond for BBC television

The Guardian - UK

The week in TV: The Responder; Spacey Unmasked; Doctor Who; Salman Rushdie: Through a Glass Darkly – review

Martin Freeman’s compromised cop makes an arresting return, Kevin Spacey is further accused in an uncomfortable documentary, the 15th Doctor is riotous fun, and Salman Rushdie speaks of his knife attack

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Lord Of The Rings Star Bernard Hill Remembered By Cast

Tributes pour in for the late actor Bernard Hill, known for his iconic roles in The Lord of the Rings and Titanic. Former cast mates honor his legacy.

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Musical riots, 1984 books, and extra-long bread – take the Thursday quiz

Questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Guardian - UK

Bernard Hill obituary

Versatile actor whose role as Yosser Hughes in the BBC’s 1982 series Boys from the Blackstuff made him a television star

The Guardian - UK

‘Gissa job!’ How Bernard Hill created one of TV’s most tragic and unforgettable characters

Playing unhinged head-butting Yosser Hughes in Boys from the Blackstuff made Hill a legend. But, from Titanic to The Lord of the Rings, his entire 50-year career was outstanding

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'The Lord of the Rings', 'Titanic' actor Bernard Hill dies aged 79

Actor Bernard Hill, who delivered a rousing cry before leading his people into battle in “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" and went down with the ship as the captain in “Titanic,” has died.

France 24

Bernard Hill, who starred in 'Titanic' and 'The Lord of the Rings,' dies at 79

The English actor played Captain Edward John Smith in the 1997 film Titanic as well as King Théoden of Rohan in The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

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Actor Bernard Hill, Known For Iconic Roles, Passes Away At 79

Renowned actor Bernard Hill, known for his versatile character roles, has sadly passed away at 79. His exceptional performances in British dramas earned hi...

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Bernard Hill, Boys from the Blackstuff and Lord of the Rings actor, dies aged 79

Hill’s portrayal of Yosser Hughes in 1982 BBC series launched career that included roles in Titanic and JRR Tolkien epic

The Guardian - UK

Titanic and Lord of the Rings actor Bernard Hill dies aged 79

The actor also brought to life the character of Yosser Hughes in the legendary drama series Boys from the Blackstuff

Evening Standard

How to watch 'The Responder' season 2 online from anywhere

Martin Freeman returns as policeman Chris Carson in the BBC's gritty cop drama. Read on to find out how to watch "The Responder" season 2 online wherever you are and for free.

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Readers’ favourite stage shows of 2023

This year, our readers were blown away by productions from Machinal to Free Your Mind – with one theatregoer returning to watch Groundhog Day four times

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‘The despair is the same’: Alan Bleasdale and James Graham on bringing back Boys from the Blackstuff

It’s a dream team: the creator of the 1982 BBC series and the writer of Sherwood. The pair meet in Liverpool to discuss putting Yosser and the lads on stage in a new era of economic desperation

Manchester Evening News

Marvel, Netflix and Hollywood stars that are actually from Greater Manchester

Many famous faces hail from the region

Manchester Evening News

The Blackley-born actor with a famous catchphrase who made Hollywood history

Bernard Hill has starred in some of the biggest films ever

The Independent UK

Lord of the Rings actor Bernard Hill says ‘money-making’ Rings of Power is ‘not the real thing’

Actor said Peter Jackson’s trilogy should have ‘completely’ put an end to future Tolkien adaptations

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Lord of the Rings star slams Amazon's Rings of Power prequel as ‘money-making venture’

Lord of the Rings star Bernard Hill, who starred as King Théoden in the original trilogy, has distanced himself from the Amazon spin-off series The Rings of Power

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Best and worst Scouse accents we've heard on TV shows and films

Reddit users debated the best scouse accents they've heard over the years

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‘Titanic’ And ‘Lord Of The Rings’ Actor’s Collection Up For Auction

Bernard Hill is most recognized as playing Captain Smith in James Cameron's 1997 movie Titanic, which won 11 Academy Awards.

The Guardian - UK

Go on, gizza play: Boys from the Blackstuff lives again – on stage

Alan Bleasdale works with Sherwood creator James Graham to revisit TV masterpiece

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