2023-09-29 10:39:39
Michael Gambon, actor who played Dumbledore in the Harry Potter saga, has died at 82. Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and other actors from the franchise paid tribute to the actor.
Potterheads have been in mourning since Thursday September 28, 2023 and the announcement of the death of Michael Gambon. Aged 82, the second interpreter of Albus Dumbledore in six films of the franchise “Harry Potter” died of pneumonia.
Following this sad news, several actors from the magical saga spoke to pay tribute to the British-Irish actor. This is the case of Daniel Radcliffethe interpreter of the title role, who mourned the loss of the actor in a press release sent to the Hollywood Reporter: “With the passing of Michael Gambon, the world has become a lot less fun. He was one of the most most brilliant people with whom I had the privilege of working, but despite this immense talent, I will especially remember the pleasure he took in doing his job.”
“I am devastated to learn of his death”
The actor also remembered the character of Michael Gambon, who “was prankish, irreverent and so funny. He filled with joy and made our hours spent in front of green screens memorable. I am devastated to learn of his death, but grateful to be one of those who were able to work with him.”
Emma Watsonwho played Hermione Granger also had a thought for Michael Gambon on his Instagram account: “Kind, kind, kind Michael Gambon. You never took it all too seriously, but you still performed the most serious with incredible gravitas. Thank you for showing us what it’s like to be great with lightness. We will miss you.”
Also on Instagram, Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley in the saga) said he was “very sad to learn of Michael’s passing. He brought so much warmth and mischief to the set every day. He always captivated me when I “I was a child, and he inspired me to look for fun and eccentricity in life.” An actor much appreciated by his peers has definitely left us.
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