Robbie Coltrane, known for his role in the 'Harry Potter' series, has passed away at 72.
Veteran Scottish actor and comedian Robbie Coltrane, best known for introducing Harry Potter and audiences everywhere to the wizarding world as the kindhearted, gentle giant Hagrid, has died at the age of 72. He was a mainstay throughout the Harry Potter franchise while also earning plaudits for his roles in the series Cracker and in James Bond films The World is Not Enough and GoldenEye.
Coltrane passed away after a years-long battle with health issues, ultimately dying in a hospital near his home in Larbert, Scotland. Born as Anthony Robert McMillan on March 30, 1950, the comic originally went to school for art before switching over the field of comedy, adopting the last name Coltrane in honor of the jazz musician John Coltrane.
COLLIDER VIDEO OF THE DAY Where Coltrane ascended beyond stardom and into cultural touchstone territory was in Harry Potter, however. Appearing in the first film as gamekeeper Rubeus Hagrid, he captured everyone's hearts with his kindhearted, comedic, and generally brilliant acting as he ushered Harry and audiences into Hogwarts. He'd remain a steadfast ally to Harry and his friends throughout the franchise, ascending to the role of professor.
Coltrane was a varied actor capable of generating laughs, warming hearts, and stunning audiences throughout a variety of different roles, even if most will remember him as friendly half-giant. Collider sends its condolences to his friends and family.
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