Death of Robbie Coltrane, aka Hagrid in Harry Potter
Steph Deschamps / October 15, 2022
Sad news for fans of Harry Potter: Robbie Coltrane, who played the inescapable Hagrid in the saga, died this Friday at 72 years from an illness that weakened him for two years already. "He will probably be remembered for decades as Hagrid in the Harry Potter films, a role that brought joy to children and adults around the world," wrote his agent Belin Wright following his death.
So, yes, Robbie Coltrane played in other movies and series (Golden Eye, Holy Monster, Cracker) but it is obviously his role as a colossus with a heart of gold that the public will remember.
Since the announcement of his death, the fans and the entourage are in mourning. Here is a selection of the most beautiful tributes seen on the internet.