ACTOR PHILIP BAKER Hall, known for films such as Magnolia and Boogie Nights, has died at the age of 90.

Hall enjoyed a prolific career which spanned over 40 years in both film and theatre, and included starring in director Paul Thomas Anderson’s first movies.

He was also known for playing librarian Mr Bookman in the hit sitcom Seinfeld.

“The great Philip Baker Hall will forever be remembered by Seinfeld fans as the hard-nosed library detective, Mr Bookman,” the show’s official account tweeted.

“Hall had a long and impressive career as one of Hollywood’s top character actors.

“His talent will be cherished.”

According to his wife Holly Wolfle Hall, the actor died surrounded by loved ones in Glendale, California.

Hall was born in Toledo, Ohio, in 1931.

He is survived by his wife, four daughters, four grandchildren and his brother.

Along with Magnolia and Boogie Nights, Hall’s other film credits include Dogville, The Insider, Zodiac, Argo, Bruce Almighty and The Amityville Horror. On the small screen he appeared in The Newsroom and Modern Family and had a voice role in Bojack Horseman.