Mad Max: Fury Road star Hugh Keays-Byrne has died aged 73. The actor was best known for his role as Immortan Joe in the 2015 movie and for portraying Toecutter in the original 1979 Mad Max film.
Fans loved the star for his villainous roles. Filmmaker Ted Geoghegan confirmed the news on Twitter on Wednesday. He wrote: "Hugh Keays-Byrne, an unsung hero of Aussie cinema, has passed away at age 73. "I'm continually floored that he played Toecutter, the central antagonist of 1979's MAD MAX *and* Immortan Joe, the central antagonist 2015's MAD MAX: FURY ROAD.
Thanks for all the entertainment, sir." Social media was awash with tributes for the legendary actor who had a huge impact on the TV world.
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