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Robbie Coltrane: a free-styling talent suffused with intelligence and humour

“I believe that men are here to grow themselves into the best good that they can be,” the iconic saxophonist John Coltrane once said. Anthony Robert McMillan chose his stage name as a homage to the jazz great and, as the actor Robbie Coltrane, went on to grow into the…

The Conversation

Robbie Coltrane 'put on too much weight' before death claims 'furious' Miriam Margolyes

Miriam says she is truly devastated by the news and offered a colourful tribute to him on Radio 4 this morning.

Daily Record

Emma Watson honors Robbie Coltrane: 'You made it a joy to be Hermione'

Emma Watson was among several "Harry Potter" cast members who paid tribute this weekend to their beloved co-star Robbie Coltrane, who died Friday at age 72.

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Tributes pour in for Lanarkshire acting legend Robbie Coltrane after Harry Potter star passes away

The star of TV's Cracker was 72 when he died on Friday

Daily Record

Hugh Laurie's tribute to Robbie Coltrane as comic says he's 'never laughed so much'

Hugh recalled car rides with his Black-adder and Alfresco co-star, saying: “I’d roll him cigarettes. I don’t think I’ve ever laughed or learned so much in my life"

Daily Mirror

Robbie Coltrane's daughter shares touching tribute to her father in devastating post

Alice McMillan took to her Instagram stories to pay tribute

Irish Mirror

Tributes pour in for Harry Potter and Tutti Frutti actor Robbie Coltrane following death of Rutherglen-born star

The beloved Rutherglen actor, who is recognised by millions as Hagrid in the Harry Potter film series, died aged 72. Many Hollywood stars have paid tribute to the Scot.

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Robbie Coltrane's heartbroken daughter shares touching tribute to her dad

Robbie Coltrane's daughter Alice McMillan has shared a loving tribute to her dad, as she posted a sweet picture of the two of them following his death at the age of 72

Daily Mirror

Harry Potter fans and cast remember how Robbie Coltrane brought Hagrid to life

Following the death of Robbie Coltrane on Friday, his colleagues and fans shared remembrances of his larger-than-life character Hagrid in the Harry Potter film series.

WEKU

'Hagrid' actor Robbie Coltrane dies at 72

LONDON: Robbie Coltrane, the larger-than-life Scottish actor who played the beloved half-giant Hagrid in the Harry Potter films, has died at the age of 72, his agent said.

Bangkok Post

Robbie Coltrane remembered as giant who made the Harry Potter cast a family

The young stars of the Harry Potter films remember the actor who played Hagrid, as well as countless other roles during his 40-year career, describing him as a "big friendly giant" and "one of the funniest people I've met".

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Emma Watson says Robbie Coltrane 'made us family' as Harry Potter cast pay tribute

The cast of the fantasy film series paid tribute to the actor, who starred as half-giant Rubeus Hagrid, after he passed away aged 72, with his co-stars lauding him for his "warmth and brilliance"

Daily Mirror

‘It’s not Hogwarts without you, Hagrid’: Harry Potter fans share poignant clip after Robbie Coltrane’s death

The line will be rememebered by generations of Harry Potter fans

The Independent UK

Accio Tissues: Harry Potter Stars Share Tributes To Robbie Coltrane After His Death At Age 72

“We were all hiding from the torrential rain for hours in Hagrid’s hut and he was telling stories and cracking jokes to keep morale up,” wrote Daniel Radcliffe.

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Robbie Coltrane says 'I'll not be here, but Hagrid will' in moving interview before death

Tears came to Robbie Coltrane as he discussed the lasting impact of the Harry Potter films, in which he played such an important role as keeper of keys Rubeus Hagrid, saying that the beloved character will live on

Daily Record

Robbie Coltrane’s special bond with Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe

The Scots actor said that he had 'enormous happy memories' of his time on the Harry Potter set.

Irish Mirror

Harry Potter's Robbie Coltrane chats with Emma Watson in last photo months before his death

Robbie Coltrane died on Friday at the age of 72, his agent confirmed on Friday. The last photo of him showed him deep in conversation with his Harry Potter co-star Emma Watson

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Harry Potter's Robbie Coltrane chats to Emma Watson in last photo before his death

Robbie Coltrane died on Friday at the age of 72, his agent confirmed on Friday. The last photo of him showed him deep in conversation with his Harry Potter co-star Emma Watson

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Robbie Coltrane, best known for playing Hagrid in the ‘Harry Potter’ films, dies at 72

Robbie Coltrane, the Scottish actor who played the lovable half-giant Rubeus Hagrid in all eight “Harry Potter” films, has died at age 72.

Daily Record

Robbie Coltrane 'had to' take Harry Potter role as 'his children convinced him'

The Scottish acting legend was talked into the iconic role by his eight-year-old son.

The Independent UK

Hugh Laurie among stars remembering ‘exceptional’ Robbie Coltrane

The Scottish actor starred in a number of classic British franchises and shows during his career including 007, Blackadder and Harry Potter.

Daily Record

Daniel Radcliffe in Robbie Coltrane tribute as Harry Potter says Scot 'constantly had us laughing'

The Scottish actor's agent Belinda Wright confirmed the star, best known for his role as Rubeus Hagrid in the series of films, died aged 72 on Friday.

The Independent UK

In Pictures: Harry Potter and Cracker star Robbie Coltrane

The Scottish star played Hogwarts gamekeeper Hagrid and starred as criminal psychologist Dr Eddie ‘Fitz’ Fitzgerald in crime drama Cracker.

The Independent UK

Daniel Radcliffe pays tribute to ‘incredible’ Harry Potter star Robbie Coltrane

The actor was best known for playing the Hogwarts gamekeeper Hagrid in the fantasy series and a criminal psychologist in ITV’s crime drama Cracker.

Daily Record

JK Rowling leads Robbie Coltrane tributes as she hails Harry Potter star 'incredible'

The Scots star, whose real name is Anthony Robert McMillan, was best known for playing the beloved Hogwarts gamekeeper Hagrid.

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