By Lisa Respers France | CNNThe “Harry Potter” franchise is beloved around the world, and the loss of anyone connected to it has been met with mourning. More than two dozen actors from the “Potter” films have died in the two decades since the franchise began, most recently Michael Gambon. The actor, who starred as Albus Dumbledore in the films, died of pneumonia this week at age 82. Robbie ColtraneColtrane was a fan favorite, having played Rubeus Hagrid in all eight of the “Harry Potter” films. Leslie PhillipsPhillips voiced the Sorting Hat in “Harry Potter” and died in his sleep at 98 in 2022.

Source: CNN September 29, 2023 11:00 UTC