British actor Terence Stamp, known for his role as the villain in the Superman sequel and his role in the film Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, has died at the age of 87, British media reported, citing his family.

"He leaves behind an extraordinary creative legacy - both as an actor and as a writer - that will continue to inspire people for years to come," his family said.

One of the iconic figures of the "Roaring Sixties" in British cinema, Stamp is remembered for his charisma and his remarkable career that spanned decades of film history. |BGNES