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Friday, September 29, 2023 – Actor Sir Michael Gambon, who played the role of the benevolent wizard Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films, has died peacefully in hospital aged 82, his family has said. A statement issued on behalf of his wife, Lady Anne Gambon, and son Fergus Gambon said: “We are devastated to announce the…

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Michael Gambon, the Irish-born actor knighted for his illustrious career on the stage and screen and who went on to gain admiration from a new generation of moviegoers with his portrayal of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight “Harry Potter” films , has died. He was 82.

Gambon portrayed Dumbledore in six of the eight “Harry Potter” films, a role he took up following the death of Richard Harris in 2002.

The Dublin-born star found a legion of new fans in recent years after starring in six of the eight Harry Potter films.

JK Rowling has taken to social media to pay a glowing tribute to Sir Michael Gambon.

'He was silly, irreverent and hilarious.'

'He was silly, irreverent and hilarious.'