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- Michael Gambon. Gambon, who was known for his portrayal of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore, died "peacefully" in the hospital following a "bout of pneumonia," his rep confirmed to PEOPLE in September 2023.
- Paul Grant. Grant, an actor and stuntman known for his work in popular fantasy film franchises like Star Wars and Harry Potter, died in March 2023. He was 56.
- Alan Rickman. Rickman's family confirmed the death of the star, who played Severus Snape, to BBC in 2016. The actor died following his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer at the age of 69.
- Leslie Phillips. Leslie Phillips, who voiced the Sorting Hat in Harry Potter, died at 98 in November 2022. His agent told the BBC that the beloved actor died peacefully in his sleep.
Sep 28, 2023 · More than two dozen actors from the “Potter” films have died in the two decades since the franchise began, most recently Michael Gambon. The actor, who starred as Albus Dumbledore in the films ...
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- Michael Gambon – (19th October 1940 - 28 September 2023) Warner Bros.
- Character: Albus Dumbledore. Gambon took over the role of Dumbledore from Richard Harris following Chamber of Secrets until the conclusion of the main film series.
- Richard Harris – (1 October 1930 - 25 October 2002)
- Character: Albus Dumbledore. Richard Harris as Headmaster Dumbledore Warner Bros. Harris played the headmaster of the wizarding school in the first two Harry Potter films, and after his death, Michael Gambon took over the iconic role for the rest of the franchise (six films).
- Alan Rickman (Severus Snape) Alan Rickman’s portrayal of Severus Snape is widely regarded as the best-played role in the entire Harry Potter franchise.
- Alfred Burke (Armando Dippet) Alfred Burke had a minor role in ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.’ He appeared in a flashback as Armando Dippet, the headmaster of Hogwarts, while Albus Dumbledore was still a professor, and Tom Riddle was still a student.
- Dave Legeno (Fenrir Greyback) Dave Legeno’s death was tragic and way too early. In 2014, Legeno went hiking across Death Valley and probably got lost.
- David Ryall (Elphias Doge) David Ryall was a replacement for Peter Cartwright as Elphias Doge. Doge first appeared in ‘Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix’ as a member of the Order and Dumbledore’s great friend.
- Richard Harris (Dumbledore) The wizarding world of "Harry Potter" would not be nearly the place it is without Albus Dumbledore, the headmaster of Hogwarts.
- Richard Griffiths (Uncle Vernon) Uncle Vernon Dursley may be one of the most despised characters within the "Harry Potter" series, but the role was brought to life by the beloved actor Richard Griffiths.
- Elizabeth Spriggs (The Fat Lady) "Harry Potter" isn't just a series of stories that follow the battle against good and evil — it brings an entire world to life.
- Verne Troyer (Griphook) "Harry Potter" features wizards, witches, creatures, elves, mythical animals — you name it — and one such role within the series is Griphook, a goblin who works at Gringott's Wizarding Bank, played by the legendary actor Verne Troyer.
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Sep 28, 2023 · Many 'Harry Potter' actors have died in real life. Michael Gambon passed away at 82 on September 28, 2023. ... Michael was cast as the beloved headmaster and appeared in the remaining Harry Potter ...
Sep 29, 2023 · Actor Michael Gambon, best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in most of the “Harry Potter” movies, has died at 82 following a “bout of pneumonia,” a statement issued on behalf of his ...
