‘Harry Potter’ actor Simon Fisher-Becker dies, aged 63

The world of movie misplaced a star. Actor Simon Fisher-Becker, greatest recognized for his roles in Harry Potter and Physician Who, died aged 63.

The information of his passing was introduced by his husband, Tony, through a publish by the late actor’s social media account.

“Howdy everybody. That is Tony, Simon’s husband,” the publish learn. “I’ve some very unhappy information. At 2:50 this afternoon Simon handed away. I’ll be maintaining this account open for some time. I’m undecided at this level if I’ll be posting once more. Thanks.”

Simon Fisher-Becker (Bobby Financial institution/ WireImage)

His supervisor, Kim Barry, additionally confirmed the loss of life of the actor.

“Immediately I misplaced not solely a consumer in Simon Fisher-Becker, however an in depth private buddy of 15 years standing.

“I shall always remember the cellphone name I made to him when he was supplied the a part of Dorium Maldovar in BBC’s Physician Who,” Barry informed the New York Submit. “Simon was additionally a author, a raconteur and an incredible public speaker. He helped me out enormously and was form, gracious and enthusiastic about everybody. My condolences go to his husband Tony, his brother, nieces and nephews and his legion of followers.”

His appearing profession spanned many years.

Simon Fisher-Backer as The Fat Friar in the first Harry Potter film
Simon Fisher-Backer as The Fats Friar within the first Harry Potter movie/ Warner Bros

Moreover his iconic roles of the Fats Friar in Harry Potter and the Thinker’s Stone and the blue-skinned intergalactic black marketeer in Physician Who, Simon Fisher-Becker made a number of notable appearances in beloved British tv packages resembling One Foot within the Grave, The Invoice, and Docs.

He additionally had a small half within the Oscar-winning movie Les Misérables.

Tributes poured in, with fellow actors and followers expressing their disappointment over Fisher-Becker’s sudden passing.

Simon Fisher-Becker in Doctor Who
Simon Fisher-Becker in Physician Who (BBC)

“His stage routine was one of many funniest issues I’ve heard in ages. A pricey man who valued his audiences. RIP Simon, shine on,” a fan posted.

“Actually unhappy information. I met him at a con just a few years in the past and he was actually beautiful,” one other shared.

“Extremely upsetting to listen to. What’s beautiful is that each Dorium and the maldovarium/maldovar market are plastered all around the Moffat period of Physician who. He’ll by no means be forgotten,” a 3rd fan expressed their sorrow.

The reason for loss of life has not but been confirmed.

Relaxation in peace, Simon Fisher-Becker.

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