Terence Stamp
English actor, notable for 'The Collector'
Born
July 22nd, 1938
86 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
England
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An English actor began a film career in the 1960s and gained recognition for roles in 'The Collector' and 'Billy Budd'. Stamp portrayed General Zod in 'Superman' and 'Superman II'. Later work included roles in 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' and 'The Limey'. Throughout a long career, Stamp showcased a range of characters in both film and television.
Starred in 'The Collector'
Played General Zod in 'Superman' series
Featured in 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert'
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