Chariots Of Fire star Ben Cross has died aged 72. The actor had been lauded for his portrayal of British Olympic athlete Harold Abrahams in the 1981 film, which won four Oscars including best picture. Mr Cross died early on Tuesday morning in Vienna, his family confirmed to Deadline. Mr Charleson, who played Olympic athlete and missionary Eric Liddell in Chariots of Fire, was also known for his portrayal of Rev. Ben played Harold, an English Jew who runs to overcome prejudice.

Source: Daily Mail August 18, 2020 19:46 UTC