Harry Potter Actor Robbie Coltrane Dies at 72

Obituary for Robbie Coltrane, Hagrid in Harry Potter

Rubeus Hagrid, the beloved half-giant gamekeeper in the Harry Potter series, has passed away. Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane, who portrayed Hagrid in all eight Harry Potter films, died on October 14, 2022, at the age of 72.

Coltrane's death was confirmed by his agent Belinda Wright, who said that he died in a hospital near his home in Larbert, Scotland. The cause of death has not yet been revealed.

Coltrane was born Anthony Robert McMillan in Rutherglen, Scotland, on March 30, 1950. He began his acting career in the 1980s, appearing in films such as Flash Gordon (1980) and Mona Lisa (1986).

Coltrane rose to international fame in the role of Hagrid, the gentle giant who befriends Harry Potter and his friends at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Hagrid is a beloved character, known for his loyalty, courage, and love of magical creatures.

In addition to his role in the Harry Potter films, Coltrane also appeared in a variety of other films and television shows, including Cracker (1993-2006), Van Helsing (2004), and Brave (2012).

Coltrane's death is a great loss to the world of acting and to the Harry Potter fandom. He will be remembered for his iconic performance as Hagrid, a character who brought joy and laughter to millions of people around the world.

Tributes to Robbie Coltrane

Tributes to Coltrane have poured in from all corners of the world. Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling said that she was "heartbroken" by the news of Coltrane's death.

"Robbie was a wonderful actor, a brilliant comedian, and a lovely man," Rowling said. "He made Hagrid a character that I will always cherish, and his kindness to children on set made them feel like they were part of the magic."

Daniel Radcliffe, who played Harry Potter, said that Coltrane was "a giant of a man, both in size and in spirit."

"Robbie was a wonderful actor and an incredibly warm, compassionate, and funny man," Radcliffe said. "He will be deeply missed."

Legacy of Robbie Coltrane

Robbie Coltrane's legacy will live on through his iconic performance as Hagrid in the Harry Potter films. He created a character that is loved by millions of people around the world.

Coltrane was also a talented actor who appeared in a variety of other films and television shows. He was a versatile performer who could play both comedic and dramatic roles with equal ease.

Robbie Coltrane will be remembered as a great actor and a wonderful person. He will be dearly missed.