Robbie Coltrane dead as Scots acting icon passes away aged 72:
In a statement, she said: "My client and friend Robbie Coltrane OBE passed away on Friday October 14. Robbie was a unique talent, sharing the Guinness Book of Records' Award for winning three consecutive Best Actor Baftas for his portrayal of Fitz in Granada TV's series Cracker in 1994, 1995 and 1996 with Sir Michael Gambon.
"He will probably be best remembered for decades to come as Hagrid in the Harry Potter films, a role which brought joy to children and adults alike all over the world, prompting a stream of fan letters every week for over 20 years."For me personally I shall remember him as an abidingly loyal client. 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.Stephen Fry led tributes to the iconic star, with whom he starred in the comedy series Alfresco."I was awe/terror/love struck all at the same time.
Top news stories today "Such depth, power & talent: funny enough to cause helpless hiccups & honking as we made our first TV show, 'Alfresco'.READ MORE: Harry Potter star Robbie Coltrane in tears as he tells fans 'I won't be here but Hagrid will'Man appears in court charged with attempted murder after alleged 'stabbing' at Scots flats
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