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Actor Michael Gambon played the iconic role of Professor Albus Dumbledore in the later Harry Potter movies. He died peacefully at a hospital in London on Thursday. May his soul rest in peace! - Harry Potters Professor Dumbledore aka Michael Gambon Dies at 82, Family Releases Official Statement

Veteran actor Michael Gambon, who was known to many for his portrayal of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight “Harry Potter” films, has died, his publicist said.

Popularly known for essaying the iconic role of professor Albus Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" franchise, British-Irish actor Michael Gambon, passed

Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor best known for playing the wise professor Albus Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" film series, passed away earlier today. He was a true artist, and dazzled audiences with a diverse career spanning decades, playing roles in everything from Shakespearean classics to modern tragedies.

A statement on behalf of his wife Lady Gambon and son Fergus, issued by publicist Claire Dobbs said, “We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon.”

Legendary star of stage and screen dies peacefully in hospital aged 82

His best-known role was as Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" franchise

In heartbreaking news, the remarkable actor Sir Michael Gambon who portrayed the fan-favorite character Albus Dumbledore has passed away. Heres a breakdown of his illustrious journey.

Michael Gambon succumbed to a bout of pneumonia. The actor replaced Richard Harris as Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films in 2004. | Hollywood

The actor died "peacefully" in the hospital following a "bout of pneumonia," his representative confirmed in a statement to PEOPLE