'Blade Runner' Star Rutger Hauer Has Passed Away

Rutger Hauer
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Dutch actor Rutger Hauer has passed away at the age of 75. 

Hauer's agent confirmed his passing. Rutger died after a short illness while at his home in the Netherlands on July 19th. Hauer's career spanned a total of five decades, he starred alongside Sylvester Stallone in 1981’s ‘Nighthawks’, Hauer is most famous for his role in Ridley Scott’s 1982 sci-fi film ‘Blade Runner’ where he played the replicant Roy Batty. 

Some of Rutgers more recent credits include 'Sin City,' 'Batman Begins' and a notable supporting role on the HBO series, 'True Blood.' 

Hauer’s funeral was held on Wednesday. 

Via: Variety