The cast of Harry Potter mourn the death of Robbie Coltrane.
It was announced on Friday that Coltrane deceased at the age of 72. “As well as being a wonderful actor, he was forensically intelligent and brilliantly witty, and after 40 years of being proud to be called his agent, I will miss him,” the agent said. of Coltrane, Belinda Wright, about the actor. in a report.
Despite having various film and television credits, Coltrane’s most notable role was his portrayal of Rubeus Hagrid, the giant gardener at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, in the Harry Potter movies, starting with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001.
Earlier this year, the cast reunited for HBO Max’s reunion special, Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts. Coltrane got emotional as he reminisced about his time filming the show. In the special, Coltrane tearfully declared that despite the franchise’s conclusion marking “the end of an era”, they will live on for generations to come. “The legacy of the movies is that my kids will show them to their kids so you can watch them 50 years from now, easy – I won’t be there, unfortunately, but Hagrid will be,” he said.
Following the announcement of his death, Potter the cast members took to social media to remember their late co-star.
Harry Potter author JK Rowling took to social media remember Coltranewriting: “I will never know someone like Robbie from a distance again. He was an incredible talent, a complete one, and I was more fortunate to know him, to work with him and to laugh with him. I send my love and deepest condolences to his family, especially his children.
Daniel Radcliffewho played Harry Potter alongside Coltrane’s Hagrid, said in a statement: “Robbie was one of the funniest people I’ve met and constantly made us laugh as kids on set. especially good memories of him keeping his spirits up prisoner of azkaban, when we were all hiding from the torrential rain for hours in Hagrid’s hut and he was telling stories and cracking jokes to keep our spirits up. I feel incredibly lucky to have been able to meet and work with him and very sad that he passed away. He was an amazing actor and a lovely man.
Emma Watsonwho played Hermione Granger in Potter said in a statement shared on her instagram story“Robbie was like the funniest uncle I’ve ever had, but most of all he was deeply caring and compassionate towards me as a child and an adult. His talent was so immense that it only made sense that he played a giant – he could fill ANY space with his brilliance Robbie, if I ever get to be as kind as you were to me on a film set, I promise I will do it on your behalf and in your memory. Know how much I adore and admire you. I will truly miss your sweetness, your nicknames, your warmth, your laughter and your hugs. You made us a family. Know that you were that for us There was no better Hagrid You made it a joy to be Hermione.
Tom Feltonwho played Draco Malfoy, too taken to instagram to pay tribute to Coltrane. In a caption alongside a photo of Coltrane, Radcliffe, Watson and himself, Felton said: “One of my fondest memories from filming Harry Potter was a nighttime shoot of the first movie in the Forbidden Forest. “I was 12. Robbie looked after everyone around him. Effortlessly. And made them laugh. Effortlessly. He was a big, likable giant on screen but even more so in real life. I love you buddy – thanks for everything xx.
James Phelps, who played Fred Weasley in the Potter movies, said“I will miss the random discussions on every subject under the sun. And I will never forget that in September 2000, Robbie Coltrane approached a very nervous 14-year-old me on my first day on a movie set and said, ‘Enjoy it, you’ll be awesome. Thanks for that.’
Meanwhile, James’ twin, Oliver Phelps, who played George Weasley, caught on Twitter to reflect on the London premiere of the first Potter film: “November 2001 – Leicester Square, London. “Soak that in guys, it’s like a Rolls-Royce for your first car”! Robbie [Coltrane] when he was next to me on the red carpet at the first HP preview. Over the years we have had great discussions about history and travel. Rest in peace Robbie x.
Matthew Lewis, who played Neville Longbottom, described Coltrane as someone who “always made you smile”. He shared: “Robbie. Bobser. He called me Space Boy. We shared a love of the final frontier. He didn’t care and it always made you smile. A giant, in more ways than one. We have had a few times x.
“Heartbroken over the passing of Robbie Coltrane. Hagrid was my favorite character! Robbie so brilliantly portrayed Hagrid’s warmth, sense of belonging and unconditional love for his students and magical creatures,” Bonnie Wright, who played Ginny Weasley, wrote on Instagram. “Robbie always treated me and my cast mates when we were little like equal professionals on a film set. A type of attitude that instilled confidence and a sense of togetherness. Thank you for all the laughs. I miss you Robbie. Sending love to your family. Rest in peace.”
“The richest, loudest, most mischievous laugh on set was entirely the fault of the great Robbie,” wrote David Thewlis, who played Remus Lupin, on Instagram while sharing a photo of Coltrane. “You are loved forever, dear man, and you will be sorely missed.”
Warwick Davis, who portrayed Filius Flitwick, share“I was saddened to learn that Robbie Coltrane, another cast member of #HarryPotter, passed away today. Ever cheerful, he brought warmth, light and laughter to every set on which he was walking around. RIP Robbie, beloved giant of comedy.x”
The Official Wizarding World Twitter account also paid tribute to the late actor, sharing a photo of Coltrane as Hagrid on set: “We are extremely saddened to learn of the passing of the magnificent Robbie Coltrane who played Hagrid with such kindness, heart and love. humor in the Harry Potter movies. . He was a wonderful actor, a friend to all and will be deeply missed.