The cast of The Lord Of The Rings have paid tribute to Sir Ian Holm following his death at the age of 88. Sir Ian died peacefully in hospital after a Parkinson’s-related illness, with his family and carer at his bedside, his agent said.

Frozen star Josh Gad has paid tribute to Sir Ian Holm as “the beating heart” of the Lord Of The Rings trilogy following his death at the age of 88.

Sir Ian Holm’s daughter-in-law, the actress Samantha Morton, has led tributes to the “inspiring, funny, generous” performer following his death at the age of 88.

A Royal Shakespeare Company boss has led the tributes to Sir Ian Holm’s “rare and magnificent talent” following his death at the age of 88. Artistic director Gregory Doran described him as “one of the RSC greats”.

Sir Ian Holm, best known for roles in Chariots Of Fire and The Lord Of The Rings, has died at the age of 88, his agent said. The actor, who was also an acclaimed theatre star, appeared in films such as Alien and The Madness Of King George.

Sir Ian Holm was admired for his Stakhanovite work ethic and rich character portraits, which spanned genres and generations.