Irish actor Sir Michael Gambon, who played Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter series, has died in a hospital in Witham, Essex, England, at the age of 82.
British-Irish actor Michael Gambon, best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight "Harry Potter" films, has won four TV BAFTA Awards and an Olivier Award over a decades-long acting career in television, film, radio, and theater, culminating in his beloved role as the headmaster of Hogwarts School for Wizards in the Potter series.
"We are devastated to announce the passing of Sir Michael Gambon," a statement released on behalf of the family read.
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His widow, Lady Gambon, and his son Fergus, as reported by the BBC, said their "beloved husband and father" passed away peacefully with his family at his side after suffering from pneumonia.
Michael Gambon has worked in television, film, theater, and radio, and has won four BAFTA awards throughout his career. The actor rose to fame playing Professor Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight Harry Potter films, replacing the late Richard Harris.
Born in Dublin on 19 October 1940, Gambon rose to prominence for his portrayal of Philip Marlow in the BBC series "The Singing Detective" (1986), for which he won a British Academy Television Award for Best Actor, and of Inspector Maigret in the 1992 television series of the same name.
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