One of King's Spartacus costars Manu Bennett said he was "saddened" by the news, as well. "John had a long battle with cancer but faced that fight with dignity & a constant resolve not to be ...

Spartacus is thought to have been killed in the battle. Around 6,000 of his followers who escaped were hunted down and crucified. Thousands of others were killed by the army of the Roman general ...