British actor Alan Rickman dead at 69
- 9 years ago
London-born star Rickman has died in hospital aged 69 surrounded by his family, after battling cancer in secret
He was known for his roles in Harry Potter, Robin Hood and Love Actually as well as a successful stage career
JK Rowling, Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson led the emotional tributes to actor after his unexpected death
His final two films, a drone drama and animated movie, have yet to come out and will be released later this year
Friend Emma Thompson implied she was with him hours before he died, saying: 'I have just kissed him goodbye'
He was known for his roles in Harry Potter, Robin Hood and Love Actually as well as a successful stage career
JK Rowling, Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson led the emotional tributes to actor after his unexpected death
His final two films, a drone drama and animated movie, have yet to come out and will be released later this year
Friend Emma Thompson implied she was with him hours before he died, saying: 'I have just kissed him goodbye'