Michael Gambon: beloved actor who played Dumbledore dead at 82

Michael Gambon, the beloved character actor who took over as Dumbledore for Richard Harris, has died.

Some sad news folks: Michael Gambon, the beloved character actor who played Dumbledore in six Harry Potter films, has died after a bout of pneumonia. The actor was 82. Deadline offered the following statement via his publicist:

“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, following a bout of pneumonia. Michael was 82. We ask that you respect our privacy at this painful time and thank you for your messages of support and love.”

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