William Hoyland was a British actor known for his roles in Hellboy (2004), A Mighty Heart (2007), and For Your Eyes Only (1981). He was born on November 10, 1943, in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England, and passed away on July 15, 2017, in Camden, London, England.
Personal and Family Life
William Hoyland was married to Carole De Jong and together they had two children. His father was a Quaker and an aspiring teacher who lost his life during World War II. His mother was a communist shop worker and a union organizer. He studied acting at the Drama Centre in London and had a love for performing in American plays, often taking on significant roles, such as Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird.
Death and Legacy
William Hoyland died on July 15, 2017, at the age of 73. His contributions to film and theatre have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his dynamic performances and dedication to the craft of acting. His roles in both film and television reflect the range of his talents and the depth he brought to his characters.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| For Your Eyes Only | 1981-06-24 | McGregor |
| You’re Human Like the Rest of Them | 1967-05-29 | Haakon |
| Paradigm | 1969-11-15 | Man |
| Poem | 1971-11-15 | voiceover |
| Blooming Youth | 1973-06-18 | Chris Green |
| Birth of a Nation | 1983-06-19 | Mr James |
| Gandhi | 1982-12-01 | Adjutant |
| Hellboy | 2004-04-02 | General Klaus Werner von Krupt |
| A Mighty Heart | 2007-06-22 | John Bauman |
| Life on Mars | 2006-01-09 | Superintendent Rathbone |
| Call the Midwife | 2012-01-15 | Dr. Godfrey |