‘Chariots of Fire,’ ‘Lord of the Rings’ actor Ian Holm dies

LONDON (AP) — Ian Holm, a versatile British actor whose long career included roles in “Chariots of Fire” and “The Lord of the Rings” has died. He was 88.

Holm died peacefully Friday morning in a hospital, surrounded by his family and carer, his agent Alex Irwin said in a statement. His illness was Parkinson’s-related.

“His sparkling wit always accompanied a mischievous twinkle in his eye,” Irwin said. “Charming, kind and ferociously talented, we will miss him hugely.’’

Holm appeared in scores of movies big and small, from costume dramas to fantasy epics. A generation of moviegoers knows him as Bilbo Baggins in “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” trilogies.

He gained a supportingactor Oscar nomination for portraying coach Sam Mussabini in “Chariots of Fire.” will host a special event showcasing Black and Latino performers from in and around Rome, on Saturday, June 20, at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The cover charge is $5 but social distancing rules will limit seating. Reserved tickets are available online at TheRAD.biz.

UPCOMING

American Legion Post 136 from Lindale will resume meeting on the fourth Monday of the month starting at 6 p.m. on June 22. The group meets at the VFW post at 2642 Cedartown Highway. Masks are required.

The Way of the Cross Baptist Church is holding a Tent Revival at the home of the Rev. Donald Lindsey, 1289 Doyle Road, beginning Monday, June 22, and running through Friday, June 26, nightly at 7 p.m.

The Highland Rivers Health governing board of directors will meet on Wednesday, June 24, at 10:30 a.m. in the Reaching Our Community Clubhouse, 1 Goodyear Ave., Cartersville. The Finance and Corporate Compliance committees will meet at 9:30 a.m.

Lyerly United Methodist has their “Feeding the Flock” cookbook for sale for $10 and $3 S/H. It can be purchased from any church member, at Pine Ridge Outdoor Supply or Gilliland’s Island in Lyerly, or by sending payment to the church at P. O. Box 152, Lyerly, GA 30730. For more information, call Jo Ann Mitchell at 706-895-2636.