What happened to Spartacus: Blood and Sand?

What happened to Spartacus: Blood and Sand?

Illness and death Although declared cancer-free in June 2010, a routine medical check in September 2010 revealed a relapse and Whitfield was compelled to abandon the role. Starz recast Australian actor Liam McIntyre as Whitfield’s successor.

Who was Spartacus wife in Blood and Sand?

Erin Cummings as Sura – Spartacus’ wife.

Why was Spartacus actor changed in season 3?

Actor Liam McIntyre took over Whitfield’s role in the TV series when he became ill. “On a beautiful sunny Sydney spring morning, surrounded by his family, in the arms of his loving wife, our beautiful young warrior Andy Whitfield lost his 18-month battle with lymphoma cancer,” his wife said in a statement.

Why did they change the actor who played Spartacus?

The decision to audition other actors was made in conjunction with Whitfield, who is said to support the series’ continuation. The 36-year-old Welsh native was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma earlier this year, forcing Starz to delay shooting the second season of the swords-and-sandals saga.

Did any slaves survive Spartacus rebellion?

While most of the rebel slaves were killed on the battlefield, some 6,000 survivors were captured by the legions of Crassus.

Does Spartacus have a child with Ilithyia?

Character Outline. Ilithyia’s son is the illicit child between Spartacus and Ilithyia conceived the night of a secret masked liaison organized by Lucretia. Spartacus believed Ilithyia was Licinia, while Ilithyia believed Spartacus was Crixus.