Rutger Hauer, a staple in the science fiction and fantasy movie genre, has died at the age of 75.<br />Gizmodo reports that the Dutch actor and star of the original Blade Runner passed away after a short illness.<br />Hauer has been a key figure in several beloved genre films and shows over the past several decades.<br />The beloved actor starred in Ladyhawke, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Batman Begins, and True Blood.<br />Hauer is survived by his second wife and daughter from a previous marriage. <br />
