The members of the Harry Potter movie cast left a lasting impression. The performers made an impact on the movie business with both their on-screen roles and their off-screen interactions. But throughout the years, some of the cast members have left. Fans were devastated by the deaths of various Harry Potter performers throughout the years.
Hollywood Life reflects on some of the deceased Harry Potter actors below.
Simon Fisher-Becker (1961-2025)
On March 9, 2025, Simon Fisher-Becker, who portrayed the Fat Friar in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, died at the age of sixty-three. It is unknown what caused his death. The actor’s Facebook profile was used by his husband to announce his death.
Maggie Smith (1934 – 2024)
Maggie passed away in September 2024 at the age of 89, according to a statement made by her sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin. The late actress had previously battled breast cancer and Graves’ illness, yet it is unclear what caused her death. Maggie played the professional Minerva McGonagall.
As Toby and Chris put it in a statement, “The loss of their remarkable mother and grandmother has devastated her five devoted grandchildren and two sons.” “A very private person, she was with friends and family at the end.”
Michael Gambon (1940 – 2023)
Albus Dumbledore, the famous Headmaster, was portrayed by Michael. He fought pneumonia till his death in September 2023.
Paul Grant (1967 – 2023)
Paul worked on the Harry Potter franchise as a stuntman and actor. At the age of 56, he passed away in March 2023. The late star reportedly battled drug and alcohol addiction prior to his passing.
Robbie Coltrane (1950 – 2022)
Robbie, who passed away in 2022 at the age of 72, was remembered for his charming portrayal of Hagrid. Although his death certificate said that he died of organ failure due to sepsis, heart block, and a respiratory tract infection, he had been suffering from osteoarthritis for years. Throughout his life, Robbie also had type 2 diabete
During the 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts special of Harry Potter, Robbie talked about how future generations would remember him as Hagrid before he passed away.
“I will be here sadly, but Hagrid will be here,” he said. “So you could be watching it in 50 years’ time, easy,” he added. “The legacy of the movies is that my children’s generation will show them to their children.”
Leslie Phillips (1924 – 2022)
Helen McCrory (1968 – 2021)
Narcissa Malfoy, the mother of Draco Malcoy, was portrayed by the late English actress. After suffering breast cancer, she passed away in 2021 at the age of 52.
Verne Troyer (1969 – 2018
In the franchise, Verne portrayed Griphook the goblin. In 2018, he passed away at the age of 49. It was determined that he may have committed suicide.
Alan Rickman (1946 – 2016)
Famous for his role as Professor Severus Snape, Alan died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 69. Before he died, Alan battled prostate cancer for years and had a prostatectomy. After the process, Alan thought about returning to the Harry Potter series. Prior to being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2015, he suffered a minor stroke.
Richard Griffiths (1947 – 2013)
At the age of 65, the actor who portrayed Vernon, Harry’s uncle, passed away in 2013. According to reports, complications following heart surgery were the cause of his death.
Richard Harris (1930 – 200
In the first two films of the franchise, The Chamber of Secrets and Sorcerer’s Stone, Richard played the part of Albus Dumbledore. In 2002, he passed away at the age of 72.
