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Lord Humungus Actor Kjell Nilsson Dies | Sheffield News
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- Jul 4, 2026
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Kjell Nilsson, the towering villain behind Lord Humungus in Mad Max 2, has died at 76 after a four-year battle with kidney disease. A former Olympic weightlifter turned actor, he moved from Sweden to Australia in 1980, where he coached athletes and met his wife — who inspired him to act. His chilling performance as the post-apocalyptic warlord became a cult classic, earning him a place in cinema history as one of the most iconic villains ever. Beyond Mad Max, he appeared in films like The Pirate Movie, but it was Lord Humungus that cemented his legacy. Known for his kindness and passion for fitness and fans, Kjell’s impact on film and his community will be deeply missed. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/063bf489cd698349