British actor Julian Sands, best known for his roles in films such as A Room With a View and Warlock, was reported missing on January 13, 2023, after he went hiking in the San Gabriel Mountains near Los Angeles.
Search efforts launched by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department included helicopters, drones, and ground teams. However, the operation was severely hampered by dangerous winter conditions, including heavy snow, avalanche risk, and extreme terrain.
Julian Sands Cause Of Death
Julian Sands’ cause of death was officially ruled undetermined, according to his death certificate. Authorities also confirmed that the manner of death was undetermined, as the condition of the remains did not allow investigators to determine the exact circumstances of his death.
Tributes Paid To Julian Sands
Following confirmation of his death, tributes poured in from family, friends, and colleagues.
His longtime manager, Sarah Jackson, told the Los Angeles Times, “He chose interesting projects that mattered to him and was adored by everyone who worked with him. He was a passionate climber, and we draw consolation from knowing that he passed in a place he loved.”
His brother, Nick Sands, also paid tribute, saying he would both grieve and celebrate his brother’s life.
More About Julian Sands
Born on January 4, 1958, Julian Sands was raised in the England. He even began his acting career here and later shifted to the US. He has had a four-decade career in which he has 150 acting credits in total across film and television.
He studied at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and began his acting career by playing minor roles in movies such as Oxford Blues.
In 1985, the British actor landed a role in the British romance movie A Room With a View alongside Helena Bonham Carter. This movie by James Ivory was a huge success and helped put Julian Sands on the map. It won BAFTA awards for Best Actress, Best Supporting Actress, and Best Costume Design. It was nominated for 8 Oscars and won 3 out of those nominations.
Due to the success of this movie and in an attempt to flourish his career in Hollywood, Julian Sands then moved to the United States. From 1985 to 1995, Sands bagged significant roles in highly acclaimed movies such as Warlock and its sequel, Naked Lunch and Arachnophobia.
The late actor also appeared in TV shows such as 24, Gotham and Elementary. He also appeared in Dexter, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and Law & Order: SVU.
Julian Sands continued working in films throughout his later career. His final performances were seen in Seneca: On the Creation of Earthquakes and Body Odyssey, which were released posthumously between 2023 and 2024. He had also appeared earlier in films such as The Ghosts of Borley Rectory and Ghosts of Monday. These releases allowed audiences to witness his final screen performances.
So, even though Julian Sands has passed away, he will continue to live and inspire others through his projects.
At the time of his death, Julian Sands was married to journalist Evgenia Citkowitz, and they had two daughters, Natalya and Imogen. He also had a son, Henry Sands, from his first marriage to Sarah Harvey.
