How is Hollywood remembering Terence Stamp? Tributes pour in for the 'Superman II' and 'Priscilla' star

The most iconic villain in Hollywood, Terence Stamp, died at the age of 87. The exact cause of his death has not been revealed. However, the actor has left behind an impressive collection of works for his fans and friends to remember him by. His family said in a statement via Reuters:

"He leaves behind an extraordinary body of work, both as an actor and a writer that will continue to touch people for years to come."

Terence has received numerous awards for his acting skills, including a Golden Globe Award, a Cannes Film Festival Award, as well as nominations for two BAFTAs and an Academy Award.

Stamp was loved and adored by many for his work, as well as for who he is as a person in general. Have a look at some of the tributes some well-known individuals have left for him.

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Tributes for Terence Stamp

Edgar Wright took to X to write a tribute for Stamp. The two worked together in 2021 on Last Night in Soho. Wright wrote a lengthy piece remembering Terence. He began:

"I am deeply saddened by the passing of Terence Stamp, a British actor who was truly iconic. An East Ender that rose to such fame in Swinging Sixties London, he could rightly be called its epicentre. Terence's career spanned seven decades and never stopped surprising. I was fortunate enough to work with him on what became his final screen role in Last Night in Soho."

He described the English actor as:

"Terence was kind, funny, and endlessly fascinating. I loved discussing music with him (his brother managed The Who, and he’s name-checked in The Kinks' Waterloo Sunset) or reminiscing about his films, going back to his debut in Billy Budd. He spoke of his last shot in that film, describing a transcendental moment with the camera — a sense of becoming one with the lens."

He concluded by saying:

"You will be missed, Terry. But you are immortalised — in film, in song, in print and in the heart of the city where you were born."

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Gale Anne Hurd also took to Instagram to write a tribute for the late Superman II actor. She wrote:

"Terence Stamp was a brilliant actor. I think he and Peter O'Toole not onlv had the most mesmerizing eyes...but delivered equally indelible performances."

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Lou Diamond Phillips, who was Stamp's co-star in Young Guns, also wrote on X. He said:

"Terribly saddened to hear this. We were all incredibly privileged to have worked with him on Young Guns. He grounded all of us and truly elevated the filming experience. Such class and artistry. What a kind, beautiful, generous man. RIP"

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Guy Pearce, who worked with Terence Stamp on The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, wrote on X:

"Fairwell dear Tel. You were a true inspiration, both in & out of heels. We’ll always have Kings Canyon, Kings road & F’ing ABBA. Wishing you well on your way ‘Ralph’! xxxx"

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English musician and songwriter, Keith Richards, wrote on X:

"Terence Stamp. Farewell, my friend!! Keith"

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The BAFTA also highlighted Terence Stamp's work in a tweet after his passing. It reads:

"We're saddened to hear of the passing of Terence Stamp, aged 87. Well known for playing General Zod in the Superman films, Stamp was nominated for two BAFTAs in 1963 and 1995 for his work in Billy Budd and The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert."

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Screenwriter Zack Stentz wrote on X:

"R.I.P. Terence Stamp, one of the last living links to that brief but glorious postwar era when the British class system briefly opened up enough for a tugboat stoker's handsome and talented son to become a superstar."

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Adam Scovell posted a tribute to Stamp on X. He said:

"Farewell to the wonderful Terence Stamp. One of the most stylish, versatile and magnetic of British leading men. Genuinely varied and outright barmy backcatlogue of work, even by the standards of stars from his era. Also, no one looked better in a Douglas Hayward suit."

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Award-winning writer Matthew Todd shared how he saw Terence Stamp as a child. He wrote:

"Oh no. Terence Stamp has died. This is really sad news. Was terrified of him as a kid in Superman 2 then adored him as Bernadette in Priscilla. Absolutely gutted for his friends and colleagues for what would have been the sequel to Priscilla which sounded absolutely fantastic. That role in Priscilla was ground breaking. The first time I ever saw a trans character on film portrayed with dignity, warmth and respect. A film that came along just at the right time for my generation. Gutting. Rest in peace."

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Writer and producer Larry Karaszewski also wrote on X:

"R.I.P. to the great Terence Stamp - one of my favorite actors - we had the honor of him being in our film “Big Eyes” where he played both the good and bad guy - the art critic for the NYT who finally calls Walter Keane out on his bullshit!"

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Will Menaker posted a clip from The Limey, featuring Stamp and Bill Duke. They quoted the dialogue from the film. It reads:

"'There's one thing I don't understand. The thing I don't understand is every motherfucking word you're saying.' RIP Terence Stamp."

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BBC presenter and historian Simon Schama wrote:

"who cares about Zod when he was so absolutely perfect as Sergeant Troy in FFTMC ? - and then there was The Limey and Priscilla! Hope there's a reunion with Olly Reed and Hemmings"

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Jemele Hill also shared how Stamp impacted their childhood. They wrote on X:

"His portrayal of General Zod is unmatched. Just a brilliant actor. As a kid, he had me walking around telling people, 'THE SON OF JOR-EL WILL BE MY SLAVE .. FOREVER'"

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Terence Stamp's passing has left a void in the film industry. His incredible acting skills and the roles he played will forever be cherished by fans and cinephiles. His legacy continues not only through his film and acting but also through his books and memoirs.