venerable scotsman Actor Robbie ColtraneAppearing in the movie “Harry Potter” series, known as Hagrid, a half-giant who loves dragons, died on fridaysaid his manager.
he was 72 years old.
A representative of the actor’s agency, William Morris Endeavor, confirmed his passing to NBC News that Coltrane had been ill and had not been active recently.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of the wonderful Robbie Coltrane, who played Hagrid in the Harry Potter films with such kindness, heart and humor.” The ‘Harry Potter’ movie franchise said in a statement“He’s a great actor, a friend to all and we will miss him.”
Daniel Radcliffe, who played Harry Potter in seven films in the franchise, fondly remembered every moment he spent with Coltrane.
Radcliffe said in a statement: “Robbie was one of the funniest people I’ve ever met and always made us laugh when we were kids on set.
“When we were all in Hagrid’s cabin in the Prisoner of Azkaban, hiding from the heavy rain for hours, when he was raising morale with his stories and jokes, he was the one who lifted our spirits.” I especially like that they kept the
Radcliffe adds: He was an incredible actor and a lovely person. ”
Actor James Phelps, who also played the Weasley twins in Harry Potter, recalled being nervous as a 14-year-old newcomer on his first day on set in September 2000.
According to Phelps, he met Coltrane and the veteran actor put him at ease.
“Thank you,” the actor tweeted.
“Potter” novelist J.K. Rowling said Coltrane was a one-in-a-million talent who always makes coming to work fun.
“You’ll never know someone as far away as Robbie ever again.” she said in a statement“He was an incredible talent and a complete one-off. I was so lucky to know him, to work with him, to have a good laugh with him.” ”
Coltrane’s cause of death was not immediately revealed, but his agent, Belinda Wright, thanked the staff at Larbert’s Forth Valley Royal Hospital.
“I will personally remember him as a loyal client forever,” Wright said in a statement. ”
Audiences in the U.S. and around the world know him best for playing the character of Harry Potter’s friend and pseudo-parent, while U.K. audiences are more familiar with Edward ‘Fitz’ on the long-running crime drama The Crackers. I have long loved him as Dr. Fitzgerald.
He has won three consecutive awards from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). He won Best Actor for his role in “Crackers”. I play a forensic psychologist who is an abusive, heavy drinker, and addicted to gambling.
Scottish Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon said ‘Ftiz’ was one of her favorite television characters and called Coltrane a ‘Scottish entertainment legend’.
“Very sad news. He had range and depth as an actor, from brilliant comedies to hard-edged dramas.” Scottish National Party leader said in a statement.
His last credit was in the British comedy-drama in 2020. “urban legend” A quirky and funny take on Orson Welles.
The lovable Hagrid character is his good-natured Valentin Dmitrovich, who played James Bond’s enemy again and again in “GoldenEye” and “The World Is Not Enough.” It was a stark contrast to Zukovsky.
Coltrane also earned critical acclaim for playing another dark role in the 2016 British mini-series National Treasure. He played a popular comedian accused of rape and was nominated for a BAFTA Best Actor Award. Jimmy Saville scandal.
Few actors have shown such big-screen range, according to Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, who direct the James Bond franchises.
“The death of Robbie Coltrane is a tragic loss to the world. He was an extraordinary actor with boundless talent.” Wilson and Broccoli said in a statement“I will miss him as a dear friend. Rest in peace Robbie.”
The beloved actor was born Anthony Robert Macmillan in Rutherglen, Scotland, but changed his name to Coltrane during his early acting days tribute to jazz Legend John Coltrane.
Comedian and Monty Python co-founder Eric Idle has mourned the loss of his ‘Nuns on the Run’ co-star.
“What a bright and wonderful person” Idol said in a statement“He was also a very good friend. I miss him.”
Actor, author and comedian Stephen Fry also mourned the loss of his friend of 40 years. They worked together on the British sketch comedy show ‘Alfresco’ which also starred Hugh Laurie and Emma Thompson.
“I was struck with awe/fear/love all at once. Such depth, power and talent,” says Fry said in a statement“You will be very lonely.”
Coltrane is survived by his sister Annie Ray, ex-wife Lorna Gemmel, and their children Spencer and Alice.