Bernard Hill’s Net Worth, Awards, Endorsements, Achievements, Contracts, Career Life, and Timeline
Net Worth:
Bernard Hill had an estimated net worth of $2 million. His successful career in the entertainment industry contributed to his financial success.
Awards and Recognitions:
- BAFTA Awards:
- In 2006, he was nominated for the BAFTA TV Award for Best Actor for his role in “A Very Social Secretary.”
- In 1983, he was also nominated for the BAFTA TV Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Yosser Hughes in “Boys from the Blackstuff.”
- Critics Choice Awards:
- In 2004, Hill won the Critics Choice Award for Best Acting Ensemble for his role in “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.” The ensemble cast also included Sean Astin, Sean Bean, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, and others.
- Broadcasting Press Guild Awards:
- In 1983, he won the Broadcasting Press Guild Award for Best Actor for his performance in “Boys from the Blackstuff.”
- International Emmy Awards:
- In 2006, he was also nominated for an Emmy for Best Performance by an Actor for his work in “A Very Social Secretary.”
- National Board of Review, USA:
- In 2003, Hill won the NBR Award for Best Acting by an Ensemble for his role in “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” alongside the talented ensemble cast.
- Online Film Critics Society Awards:
- In 2003, he won the OFCS Award for Best Ensemble for his performance in “The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers”. Also alongside actors like Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, and Liv Tyler.
- Screen Actors Guild Awards:
- In 2004, Hill won the Actor Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for his role in “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.” The ensemble cast also included Sean Astin, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, and others.
Career Highlights:
- Yosser Hughes in “Boys from the Blackstuff”:
- Hill’s breakout role was as Yosser Hughes in Alan Bleasdale’s groundbreaking 1982 BBC series. His portrayal of the troubled “hard man” resonated with viewers and also became iconic. The character’s catchphrase, “Gizza job” (“Give us a job”), even gained popularity among protesters during Margaret Thatcher’s era due to high unemployment.
- Captain Edward Smith in “Titanic” (1997):
- Hill played Captain Edward J. Smith in James Cameron’s epic film “Titanic.” The movie also went on to win 11 Oscars and became a cultural phenomenon.
- Théoden in “The Lord of the Rings” Trilogy:
- In Peter Jackson’s film trilogy based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s novels, Hill portrayed King Théoden of Rohan. His performance added depth and gravitas to the character, also making him a memorable part of the fantasy saga.
- Other Notable Roles:
- Hill appeared in various television dramas, including “I, Claudius” (1976). And the TV dramatization of John Lennon’s life, “A Journey in the Life” (1985). He also took on stage roles in productions like “The Cherry Orchard,” “Macbeth,” and “A View from the Bridge”.
- His film credits include “The Ghost and the Darkness” (1996), “Mountains of the Moon” (1990), and also “Madagascar Skin” (1995).