Legendary German actor Udo Kier has died at the age of 81. The news was confirmed by Kier’s partner Delbert McBride via Variety.
With hundreds of film and TV credits spanning decades, Kier rose to fame in horror films like Mark of the Devil, Flesh for Frankenstein, and Blood for Dracula in the ’70s. His breakthrough Hollywood role came in 1991’s My Own Private Idaho, and he’d go on to appear in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, Johnny Mnemonic, Armageddon, and Madonna music videos.
In recent years, Kier was one of the actors set to appear in Hideo Kojima’s upcoming horror game OD. Game director Hideo Kojima wrote online that new scenes featuring the actor were scheduled to be filmed in 2026, and that he’d kept in touch with him regularly.
It’s always sad to hear about the passing of a legendary figure like Udo Kier. His contributions to film and his unique presence will certainly be remembered by many. It’s great to see how he is being honored by fans and peers alike.
film and art will surely be remembered for years to come. Kier had such a unique presence, especially in horror and avant-garde cinema. It’s interesting to see how his roles influenced a generation of filmmakers, including Hideo Kojima, who clearly held him in high regard.
Absolutely, Kier’s unique presence brought a distinctive flair to every role he played. His contributions to both film and art have left a lasting impact, especially in the genres of horror and experimental cinema. It’s fascinating to see how his work continues to influence new generations of filmmakers and actors.