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His son Luke said Wednesday that his father died Dec. 16 in Amsterdam, where he had lived for more than two decades.
Williamson had dozens of film credits to his name but won more plaudits for his stage acting. Playwright John Osborne once described him as "the greatest actor since Marlon Brando."
He was nominated for a Tony Award in 1966 for his role in Osborne's "Inadmissible Evidence" and again in 1974 for Anton Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya."
Luke Williamson said his father was also survived by his wife, Jill Townsend. Williamson's death was first confirmed by his son Wednesday on his father's website.
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32 Entries
tony norris
August 14, 2019
i went to the same school at same time.sadly never knew him,wish I had.only found out by chance,now doing much research.
February 17, 2017
Sadly missed, an inspirational truthful man who was not afraid to be controversial, fire in his belly and genius in his craft.
Handsome, witty , multitalented, I loved his acting and his music,
He will never truely die as his images and body f work live on.
Catherine Scott Newton Mearns, Glasgow.
Harry Simpson
December 16, 2016
Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Jorge Santis
December 17, 2014
I saw Nichol Williamson in "Uncle Vanya" in 1974 and, even though George C. Scott and Julie Christie were in it, he managed to obliterate them. He was in a class by himself.
Jorge H. Santis
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Sybil-Roxanne Clemons
June 6, 2012
R I P MR. WILLIAMSON, & one of my favorite roles he played was in the series COLUMBO where he had trained his DOBERMAN PINCHSERS.
Alex Pym
February 28, 2012
I have only just heard the sad news of Nicol's passing. I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity of working with him on a screenplay that he was going to both star in and direct. Sadly the film was never made, but I have fond memories of writing with him in Amsterdam. He was always charming and very funny. I was always aware that I was in the presence of a truly great artist. Nicol would always talk with great affection about his son, Luke, who I never met. The world is a far better place for having had Nicol Williamson in it.
Alex Pym
les golden
February 15, 2012
My belated condolences. I have never, and do not make a habit or feeling sad for someone's passing I have never met but I feel compelled to as Mr Williamson's performance in 'The Reckoning' has been an inspiration to me at some low points. A true genius, but I doubt for a second you need anyone to tell you that.
Me Me
January 26, 2012
One of the best !
January 26, 2012
I am sadden by your loss. What a blessing to have had a wonderful person Husband and Father in the family. I watched many of his films and my favorite one Excalibur, he mesmerized me the film. What a performance. jeanine California
KIRK EXNICIOUS
January 26, 2012
WHAT A FANTASTIC ACTOR!!!! LOVED HIS CHARACTERS HE PORTRAYED!!!! RIP SIR!!!!!!
peter mish
January 26, 2012
Loved his performance in THE BOFORS GUN. He should have been Gandalf. My sincere sympathies.
January 26, 2012
R.I.P.
Alvera Conyers
January 26, 2012
Revelaiton 21;4 states: And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourningn nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away
January 26, 2012
Dear family. I am sorry to read of your loss. As you endeavor to comfort one another as a family may "the God of all comfort" give you peace. My sincere condolences. (Neighbor)
Beverly Campbell
January 26, 2012
I've always thought he was the greatest actor! My sincere condolences to family and friends.
michaeleen teixeira
January 26, 2012
So sorry for your loss, I loved that version of Merlin. I am sorry I don't know more of his work.
Lynn Tate Ryerson
January 26, 2012
He was one of my favorite actors. I loved him as Sherlock Holmes in the Seven Per Cent Solution. Sending Love and Light to his friends and family.
Katherine Umayam
January 26, 2012
The world has lost a talented actor and musician. Will surely be missed and heaven has gained another Hamlet! (Olivier and Burton are joined by Williamson)
Brenda & David Williamson
January 25, 2012
Our deepest condolences. We loved and appreciated his work.
Victoria&Andrew VZj
January 25, 2012
Our condolences'
Thank you NICOL as being
the Star cast of(MERLIN)
The mystical life the honor
of brisk Talent in the Legacy..
A brillant STAR..
To top
it a great STORY written
in the motion picture shows)
cynthia willis esqueda
January 25, 2012
Great actor with enormous talent.
Rick Nielson
January 25, 2012
I once had the honor of seeing him perform in London. He was a great talent and will be missed thank you for sharing him with the world
F.
January 25, 2012
Dear Williamson Family, Loved Ones, and Friends: To be dubbed "the greatest actor since Marlon Brando" is quite a compliment and very well deserved. May past memories of joys, achievements, and triumphs help you cope with the present and future, as you await the time when death will be no more.
Jan J. Fowler
January 25, 2012
To the Family and Friends of Nicol Williamson, your Father, Husband and Friend will be greatly missed. His voice, and life as an actor was one that riveted fans to their seats. I will especially miss him and his talent.~ J.J. Fowler Colorado
Thomas Thompson
January 25, 2012
My favorite quote from Nicol Williamson comes from Excalibur, when he says to Arthur as he's looking at a cookie: "Looking at the cookie is like looking at the future. Until you've tasted it, what do you really know? And then, of course, it's too late." A great actor who will be much missed.
Sioux
January 25, 2012
Simply the Best.
Scott Chamberland
January 25, 2012
Rest in Peace
James Rodich
January 25, 2012
My condolences to the family. A brilliant man and a great talent, He will be missed. I listen to the vinyl copy of The Hobbit I posses, often, in awe and appreciation.
Nicolae Muntean
January 25, 2012
One of the best film performances of Hamlet ever...my condolences. Take a bow in Heaven, good Sir. Bravo!
Bob
January 25, 2012
Please accept my sincerest condolences, he was a great actor & (I'm sure) a great man.
autumn
January 25, 2012
Family and friends of Mr. Nicol Williamson: please accept my sympathies for your loss. Finding the right words to say is difficult. Remember this: Faith is based on a promise, while belief can be based on just about anything. Our loving Creator promises that his dear ones, now asleep in death, will one day see life again. Please take time to search the scriptures for comfort and pray to God for wisdom, endurance and understanding, especially during these distressing times.
Linda Jackson
January 25, 2012
I am so sorry to learn of Mr. Williamson's passing. He was a brilliant actor. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
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