Robbie Coltrane: Harry Potter and Cracker actor dies aged 72

Coltrane played Hogwarts gamekeeper Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter series

Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane has passed away aged 72. The Harry Potter, James Bond and Cracker star passed away in hospital near his home in Larbert, Scotland, his agent, Belinda Wright, confirmed to Deadline on Friday. See also: Robbie Coltrane remembered for his 'depth, power and talent' after Harry Potter star dies aged 72 In a statement, Wright described Coltrane as a "unique talent", adding his role as Hagrid "brought joy to children and adults alike all over the world". "For me personally I shall remember him as an abidingly loyal client," she said. "As well as being a wonderful actor, he was forensically intelligent, brilliantly witty and after 40 years of being proud to be called his agent, I shall miss him. "He is survived by his sister Annie Rae, his children Spencer and Alice and their mother Rhona Gemmell. They would like to thank the medical staff at Forth Valley Royal Hospital in Larbert for their care and diplomacy. "Please respect Robbie's family's privacy at this distressing time." The award-winning actor had been in ill health for the past two years. Coltrane, memorably played Hogwarts gamekeeper Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter series and played forensic psychologist Dr Edward ‘Fitz’ Coltrane in TV murder drama Cracker. He won three consecutive BAFTA best actor prizes for the role, an honour only equalled by one other actor, Michael Gambon. Coltrane was made an OBE in the 2006 New Year's honours list for his services to drama and he was awarded the Bafta Scotland Award for outstanding contribution to film in 2011. Related links:

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