Helen McCrory: JK Rowling calls Harry Potter star ‘an extraordinary actress and wonderful woman’

Glaswegian actress, who died at the age of 52 last week, said her family background made her wary of acting in "yet another apologetic British drama".Helen graced our screens for years - most recently as Polly Gray in Peaky Blinders - but also as Narcissa Malfoy in Harry Potter, Cherie Blair in The Queen, Clair Dowar in the James Bond film Skyfall, and Sonia Woodley QC in ITV's Quiz.Did you know you can keep up to date with the latest news by signing up to our daily newsletter?We send a morning

Loose Women were left sobbing today as the hosts discussed Peaky Blinders star Helen McCrory ’s final wish for her husband Damian Lewis. The 52-year-old actress tragically passed away last week after a short battle with cancer.

Helen McCrory’s loved ones continue to pay tribute after her passing.

Peaky Blinders actress Helen McCrory’s tragic death age 52 was announced by her husband Damian Lewis on Friday 16 April.The much-adored actress had a hugely successful career win the world of acting, and she appeared in the likes of James Bond, Harry Potter and Peaky Blinders.

Helen McCrory, known for playing Aunt Polly on Peaky Blinders and Narcissa Malfoy in a trio of Harry Potter films, passed away “peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family,” according to the Apr. 16 statement from her husband, Damian Lewis. The actress was 52 and died after a battle with cancer. The news was greeted by sadness by Helen’s Harry Potter co-stars, who grieved her loss and celebrated her life with tributes posted online.

Tom Felton is honoring Helen McCrory.The 33-year-old actor took to Instagram on Saturday to pay tribute to his on-screen mother and late co-star. Felton portrayed Draco Malfoy in the film franchise, while McCrory played Narcissa Malfoy.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Celebrities from across the globe have paid tribute to the late actress Helen McCrory. Helen Mirren, JK Rowling, and Matt Lucas were among the famous names sharing their memories of the star, who appeared in the Harry Potter series and BBC show Peaky Blinders. "Helen McCrory will be remembered not just for her remarkable stage and screen performances, but also for her selflessness and generosity," tweeted Matt Lucas. "She and Damian were the motor driving

What a loss for the actor community — and for one actor in particular…

Harry Potter and Peaky Blinders actor Helen McCrory had died at the age of 52 after a private battle with cancer. Harry Potter author JK Rowling led the tributes, writing on Twitter, “I’m devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman who’s left us far too soon.

Helen McCrory, known for starring in Peaky Blinders and Harry Potter, has just died aged 52. Helen McCrory has died from cancer aged 52, her "heartbroken" husband Damian Lewis has said.

Peaky Blinders and Harry Potter actress Helen McCrory has died at 52 after a battle with cancer, her husband, actor Damian Lewis, has announced. Lewis on Friday said that McCrory, whom he married in 2007, died "peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family," following a "heroic" cancer battle.

Harry Potter fans will remember Helen McCrory as the villainous Narcissa Malfoy, but the actor was originally supposed to play a different role in the franchise. McCrory died from cancer aged 52, her husband Damian Lewis announced on Friday.

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