Experienced Actor Julian Sands Foretold Dangers of Solo Climb Before Death on California Mountain
- Julian Sands, a 65-year-old British actor and avid mountaineer, went missing during a solo hike in January and was found dead in June.
- In his final interview, Sands acknowledged the risks of climbing and described encountering spooky things like human remains on mountain treks.
- Sands said climate change and aging rock faces made climbing more dangerous, though he remained committed to the solo sport.
- Rescue crews searched for months in rough conditions before recovering Sands’ remains on Mount Baldy in Southern California.
- Sands was known for film roles in “A Room with a View” and later horror films; friends said he found solace and purpose in mountaineering.