J.K. Rowling has paid an emotional tribute to their late co-star Robbie Coltrane, branding the Scottish actor “an incredible talent”.
The beloved actor passed away on Friday afternoon (October 14) aged 72 following a lengthy health battle.
The British author – who wrote the Harry Potter series, posted a heartfelt message to the late actor on Twitter moments after his death was announced.
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Sharing a sweet snap of the pair sat together hand in hand at an exclusive event, she wrote: “I’ll never know anyone remotely like Robbie again.
“He was an incredible talent, a complete one off, and I was beyond fortunate to know him, work with him and laugh my head off with him.
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“I send my love and deepest condolences to his family, above all his children.”
Daniel Radcliffe has remembered his Harry Potter co-star Robbie Coltrane as “one of the funniest people” and an “incredible actor” following his passing.
The actor, who starred in the lead role in the fantasy series, worked closely with Coltrane throughout the eight films.
Radcliffe shared fond memories from set in a statement shared with the PA news agency, saying: “Robbie was one of the funniest people I’ve met and used to keep us laughing constantly as kids on the set.
“I’ve especially fond memories of him keeping our spirits up on 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 morale up.
“I feel incredibly lucky that I got to meet and work with him and very sad that he’s passed. He was an incredible actor and a lovely man.”
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Emma Watson – who played the role of Hermione Granger in the films – shared an emotional post on Instagram.
She penned: “Rest In Peace, Robbie Coltrane [white heart, prayer emoji].
“Robbie was like the most fun uncle I’ve ever had but the most of all he was deeply caring, and compassionate towards me as a child and an adult.
“His talent was so immense it made sense he played a giant – he could fill ANY space with his brilliance. Robbie, if I ever get to be so kind as you were to me on a film set, I promise I’ll di it in your name and memory.
“I’ll really miss your sweetness, your nicknames, your warmth, your laughs and your hugs. You made us a family. Know you were that to us. [white heart emoji].”
She concluded the lengthy post: “There was no better Hagrid. You made it a joy to be Hermione.”
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Tom Felton also recalled his fondest memory with Robbie as he reflected on filming in the forbidden forest.
He wrote: “Robbie cared & looked after everyone around of him. Effortlessly. And made them laugh. Effortlessly. He was a big friendly giant on screen but even more so In real life. Love you mate – thank you for everything xx.”
Bonnie Wright – who played Ginny Weasley – chimed in with: “Heartbroken by the passing of Robbie Coltrane. Hagrid was my favourite character!
“Robbie portrayed Hagrid’s warmth, sense of home & unconditional love for his students and magical creatures so brilliantly.
She added: “Thanks for all the laughter. Miss you Robbie. Sending love to your family.”
Stephen Fry has paid tribute to Robbie Coltrane, with whom he starred in the comedy series Alfresco, following the Harry Potter actor’s death.
“I first met Robbie Coltrane almost exactly 40 years ago,” Fry tweeted. “I was awe/terror/love struck all at the same time.
“Such depth, power & talent: funny enough to cause helpless hiccups & honking as we made our first TV show, ‘Alfresco’.
“Farewell, old fellow. You’ll be so dreadfully missed.”
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James Phelps, who played Fred Weasley in the Harry Potter franchise said: “I will miss the random chats about all subjects under the sun.”
“And I’ll never forget in September 2000, Robbie Coltrane came over to a very nervous 14yr old me on my 1st ever day on a movie set and said ‘Enjoy it, you’ll be great’. Thank you for that.”
Warwick Davis – who played Professor Filius Flitwick and goblin Griphook – added: “I was saddened to learn that fellow #HarryPotter cast member, Robbie Coltrane died today.
“Always jovial, he brought warmth, light and laughter to any set he walked on to. RIP Robbie, Beloved Giant of comedy.”
The official BAFTA Twitter account tweeted: “We’re devastated to hear of the death of Robbie Coltrane, an actor of outstanding talents who won two BAFTA Scotland Awards for achievement in film and three consecutive BAFTAs for his performances in Cracker. Our thoughts are with his family.”
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Matthew Lewis, who played Neville Longbottom in the Harry Potter films alongside Robbie Coltrane, has paid tribute to the actor following his death.
“Robbie. Bobser. He called me Space Boy. We shared a love of the final frontier,” Lewis wrote. “He didn’t give a fuck and it always made you smile. “A giant, in more ways than one. We had some times x”
Tony Robinson, who starred alongside Robbie Coltrane in British sitcom Blackadder, also paid tribute to the late actor online.
He wrote: “Robbie! You were such a sweet man and so talented as a comic and as a straight actor.”
“‘Dictionary’ was my favourite episode of the Adder ever and it was all down to you mate. Rest well,” which he signed off with a kiss.
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Robbie’s death was confirmed in a lengthy statement by his agent Belinda Wright, which said: “My client and friend Robbie Coltrane OBE passed away on Friday.
“Robbie was a unique talent, sharing the Guinness Book of Records’ Award for winning three consecutive Best Actor BAFTAs for his portrayal of Fitz in Granada TV’s series Cracker in 1994, 1995 and 1996 with Sir Michael Gambon.
“He will probably be best remembered for decades to come as Hagrid in the Harry Potter films, a role which brought joy to children and adults alike all over the world, promoting a stream of fan letters every week for over 20 years.
“He is survived by his sister Annie Rae, his children Spencer and Alice and their mother Rona Gemmell. Please respect Robbie’s family’s privacy at this distressing time.”
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As well as playing the legendary role of Hagrid in the mystical film series, Robbie also played Valentin Dmitrovich Zukovsky in the James Bond film GoldenEye and The World Is Not Enough.
He was appointed an OBE in the 2006 New Year Honours by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to drama.
Robbie started his acting career appearing alongside Hugh Laurie, Stephen Fry and Emma Thompson in the sketch series Alfresco in the early 1980s.
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