Tributes are pouring in for the late Michael Gambon who passes away, aged 82. The actor had been known most recently for playing Dumbledore in theHarry Potterfranchise. Now, many actors from that series are paying their respects for the beloved actor.
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Gambon was, according to Radcliffe, “silly, irreverent and hilarious” and made filming of the sixth Harry Potter movie “more memorable and joyous.”
Rupert Grint, who played Ron Weasely took to Instagram writing, “He brought so much warmth and mischief to every day on set. He captivated me asa kid.” Bonnie Wright played Ginnie, Ron Weasley’s sister. She also wrote a tribute on Instagram, “His deep, mischievous voice between scenes would rumble through the great hall.”
Fiona Shaw, who played Petunia Dursley called Gambon a “magnificent trickster”, while James Phelps who played Fred Weasley on screen called the late actor “a legend.”
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Away from Harry Potter, other stars expressed their condolences. Dame Helen Mirren called Gambon and “extraordinary actor” and smiles when she thinks of him “because he was incredibly funny.”
Topics:Harry Potter,TV And Film
