Actor Bo Hopkins is dead

The actor, familiar from many blockbusters, died after falling ill.

Bo Hopkins had a career in film and television entertainment that spanned more than 50 years. EPA / AOP

American actor Bo Hopkins has died at the age of 84, reports The Hollywood Reporter. Hopkins died Saturday in Los Angeles after having a heart attack earlier this month.

Bo Hopkins, real name William Maudkin Hopkins, is remembered for his blockbusters Svengijengi ’62 (1973) and Midnight express train (1978). He collaborated with a film director on three occasions Sam Peckinpahin with.

Initially, Hopkins appeared primarily in frog roles, but later in his career he also became known for his heroic characters.

Hopkins’ career began in television Phyllis Diller Show program and ended in 2020 for the film Hillbill Miegy. In addition to movies, he appeared a lot on television, such as Dynasty– Yes Gunsmokeseries.

The actress was married for 33 years Piggywith his wife. The couple had two children.

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