Alan Rickman, Snape from Harry Potter films, dies at 69

[KentB3]

By Jane Onyanga-Omara, USA TODAY

LONDON — Veteran actor Alan Rickman has died of cancer at the age of 69, according to media reports.

The Briton shot to global fame starring in films including Die Hard, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Love Actually and Harry Potter.

The Guardian reported that his death was confirmed by his family Thursday.

A statement from his family said: "The actor and director Alan Rickman has died from cancer at the age of 69. He was surrounded by family and friends," the BBC reported.

 

[RandomPrincess]

I got teary eyed this morning when I read the news. So sad. Of course most of my feelings are mixed up in the fact that he played Snape in the Harry Potter films. I have such a conflicted relationship with that character. My heart goes out to his family.

 

[MOXOMUMD]

RIP

 

[MOXOMUMD]

 

[RandomPrincess]

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Okay you just made me cry.

 

[Californian Elitist]

WHY?!?!?!?!?! Yet another legend, and it hasn't even been two weeks into 2016.

What a way to start the day. This sucks beyond belief. God bless his family, friends, and fans. I'm praying for peace and strength.

 

[Jahona]

 

[93boomer]

So sad to hear this!! RIP Alan! We loved you.

 

[Minthorne]

 

[Figgy1]

Okay you just made me cry.

Me too

 

[Pixie VaVoom]

The first film I ever saw him in was "Sense and Sensibility" with Kate Winslet and Emma Thompson. Wow, what a different side of his acting ability. It made me cry. I will admit - that is the character that I always see him in...even after all these years.

 

[MississippiBelle]

The first film I ever saw him in was "Sense and Sensibility" with Kate Winslet and Emma Thompson. Wow, what a different side of his acting ability. It made me cry. I will admit - that is the character that I always see him in...even after all these years.

After all this time?

ALWAYS.
sorry i had to

 

[Figgy1]

After all this time?

ALWAYS.
sorry i had to

Thank you for the smile

 

[RandomPrincess]

 

[Master Yoda]

Reason #6545 why Alan Rickman was a bucket of win.

http://www.geeksaresexy.net/2016/01...l-radcliffe-on-the-set-of-harry-potter-video/

 

[Master Yoda]

Down the street at US/IOA

 

[RandomPrincess]

They have more fan meets up to honor Rickman planned for this weekend at IOA.

 

[Arthur Wellesley]

Down the street at US/IOA

While their intentions are noble, if this really were for respect toward Rickman, and not showmanship, the girl on the right in a dark grey coat wouldn't be taking a selfie or Instagram shot during the memorial. She sorta takes away from the moment.

May Alan rest in peace. His legacy in entertainment will not be forgotten.

 

[brb1006]

Down the street at US/IOA

Is there any videos of that happening?

 

[RandomPrincess]

While their intentions are noble, if this really were for respect toward Rickman, and not showmanship, the girl on the right in a dark grey coat wouldn't be taking a selfie or Instagram shot during the memorial. She sorta takes away from the moment.

May Alan rest in peace. His legacy in entertainment will not be forgotten.

That is one person. She doesn't negate what all the other people are doing.