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British Actor John Nolan Dies at 87

British actor John Nolan, uncle of famous directors Christopher and Jonathan Nolan, has died at the age of 87. He is known for his role in the Batman trilogy directed by his nephew.


British Actor John Nolan Dies at 87

British actor John Nolan, who worked in the Batman universe in the series 'Person of Interest,' has died at the age of 87, according to reports from the Stratford-Upon-Avon Herald. Originally from London, he began his career with a classical education and passed through the Royal Shakespeare Company before making the leap to television. John Nolan, an actor with a long career and uncle to renowned directors Christopher and Jonathan Nolan, leaves a legacy on screen. Under Christopher Nolan's direction, he played Douglas Fredericks, a member of the Wayne Enterprises board of directors, in 'Batman Begins' (2005) and 'The Dark Knight Rises' (2012), the first and third installments of the trilogy that starred Christian Bale.