Harry Potter actor Sir Michael Gambon has died in hospital at the age of 82.
The star - Dumbledore in the hugely-popular movie franchise - had been suffering from pneumonia.
A statement from his wife, Lady Gambon, and their son Fergus Gambon said: "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."
A three-time Olivier winner, Gambon had been in the industry for more than 60 years and was also known for The Singing Detective, Maigret and Fantastic Mr Fox.
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