“Harry Potter” Star Robbie Coltrane Has Died At 72

The hulking Scottish actor beloved by generations of children for his role as Hagrid in the Harry Potter films passed away on Friday. He was old.

The role of Hagrid brought joy to children and adults alike all over the world, prompting a stream of fan letters every week for over two decades, according to his agent.

Wright said that he would remember him as a loyal client. After 40 years of being proud to be called his agent, I will miss him.

The actor paid tribute to his friend and costar. "I feel incredibly lucky that I was able to work with him and sad that he has passed," said the actor. He was an amazing man.

J.K. Rowling personally suggested him to director Chris Columbus for the part of Hogwarts groundskeeper Rubeus Hagrid, who was born to a giant and a wizard and acts as a friend and protection to the main character in the film. His appearance in the first Harry Potter movie catapulted him to a new level of international fame.

He had a legion of young fans around the world. He said that kids came up to him and asked if he wanted to sign his book. It's a big responsibility.

Hagrid was a bright presence in the series. Hagrid spoke in a thick West Country accent and had a bushy beard, but he was still a kid. Even in a fire-breathing dragon or giant spider, he was able to see the good.

The New York Times stated in its review of the first movie that the character of Mr. Coltrane was a fairy-tale figure that children dream about.

The young actors were put at ease by the warmth of the set. He was a young boy. "So immature and fun, it's so much fun." He was great at making us laugh.

"Robbie was one of the funniest people I've ever met and used to keep us laughing constantly as kids on the set," said Radcliffe in his statement. He kept our spirits up on Prisoner of Azkaban when we were all hiding from the rain in Hagrid's hut and he was telling stories and cracking jokes.