Veteran Irish actor Michael Gambon, who played the legendary role of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in Harry Potter series passed away. He was 82.
A statement released by his family on Thursday confirmed that he died following "a bout of pneunomia".
"We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon...Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital with his wife Anne and son Fergus at his bedside," read the statement.
"We ask that you respect our privacy at this painful time and thank you for your messages of support and love," it further added.
(Further details awaited)
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