Actor John Nolan, Known for Batman Films and 'Person of Interest,' Dies at 87

John Nolan, a veteran actor who appeared in Batman films and 'Person of Interest' and was the uncle of directors Jonathan and Christopher Nolan, has passed away at the age of 87. He was also a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre.

11 Apr, 15:28 — 11 Apr, 22:23

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The death of John Nolan marks the passing of a veteran actor with a notable career in both stage and screen productions. His familial connection to directors Christopher and Jonathan Nolan adds another layer of interest for fans of their work.

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varietyMostly Factual142d ago

John Nolan, ‘Batman’ and ‘Person of Interest’ Actor, Dies at 87

John Nolan, a British stage and screen actor whose career spanned decades of theater, television and film — including roles in Christopher Nolan’s “Batman” trilogy and the CBS drama “Person of Interest” — has died at 87, according to the Stratford-Upon-Avon Herald. Born in London on May 22, 1938, Nolan built his foundation in theater, […]

By Kennedy French

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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual142d ago

John Nolan, Actor in Batman Films and ‘Person of Interest,’ Dies at 87

The uncle of Jonathan and Christopher Nolan also was a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre.

By Mike Barnes

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deadlineMostly Factual142d ago

John Nolan Dies: ‘Dark Knight Rises’ & ‘Person of Interest’ Actor Was 87

John Nolan, the actor who starred in Dark Knight Rises and Person of Interest, has died. He was 87. The uncle of Christopher Nolan and Jonathan Nolan, his death was reported by the Stratford-upon-Avon Herald on Saturday. John’s wife Kim Hartman described her late husband to the outlet as “a free spirit, who always knew […]

By Glenn Garner

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tmzMixed142d ago

'Batman' and 'Person of Interest' Star John Nolan Dead at 87

John Nolan -- best known for his roles in "Batman" and "Person of Interest" has reportedly died. The actor died Saturday, according to local British outlet Stratford-Upon-Avon Herald. No cause of death has been revealed. John is the uncle to…

By TMZ Staff

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screen-rantMixed142d ago