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All Harry Potter Cast Deaths in Order of Their Passing

Author : Finn Mar 22,2025

The passing of beloved *Harry Potter* actors leaves a void in the hearts of fans worldwide. For many, these performers were integral to our childhoods, shaping our connection to the magical world of Hogwarts. To honor their memory, let's remember all the members of the *Harry Potter* cast we've sadly lost.

Harry Potter Cast Member Deaths, In Chronological Order

The first Harry Potter film premiered in 2001, meaning over two decades have passed since the original cast transported us to Hogwarts. This time has, unfortunately, brought with it the loss of many talented individuals who helped bring the Wizarding World to life.

Richard Harris – Original Dumbledore

Richard Harris as Dumbledore in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
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Richard Harris, who portrayed Albus Dumbledore in the first two films, passed away from Hodgkin’s Disease in 2002 at the age of 72.

Robert Knox – Marcus Belby

Robert Knox played Marcus Belby in The Half-Blood Prince. Tragically, he died in 2008 at the age of 18. His character was not recast.

Elizabeth Spriggs – Original Fat Lady

Elizabeth Spriggs as The Fat Lady
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Elizabeth Spriggs, the original Fat Lady, passed away in 2008 at the age of 78. The role was recast for *The Prisoner of Azkaban*.

Timothy Bateson – Kreacher

Timothy Bateson voiced Kreacher in The Order of the Phoenix. He passed away in 2009 at age 83. Simon McBurney took over the voice role for subsequent films.

Jimmy Gardner – Knight Bus Driver Ernie

Jimmy Gardner as Ernie in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
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Though only briefly seen in *Prisoner of Azkaban*, Jimmy Gardner's memorable portrayal of Ernie remains iconic. He passed away in 2010 at age 85.

Alfred Burke – Armando Dippet

Alfred Burke, who played former Hogwarts Headmaster Armando Dippet in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, passed away in 2011 at age 92.

Richard Griffiths – Uncle Vernon Dursley

Richard Griffiths as Vernon Dursley in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's stone
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Richard Griffiths, unforgettable as Uncle Vernon, died from heart surgery complications in 2013 at age 65.

Peter Cartwright – Original Elphias Doge

Peter Cartwright portrayed Elphias Doge in The Order of the Phoenix. He passed away in 2013 at age 78, leading to the role being recast.

Dave Legeno – Fenrir Greyback

Dave Legeno as Fenrir Greyback
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Dave Legeno, who played the terrifying Fenrir Greyback, died from heatstroke in 2014 at age 50.

Derek Deadman – Original Leaky Cauldron Landlord Tom

Derek Deadman played Tom, the Leaky Cauldron landlord, in the first film. He passed away from diabetes complications in 2014, and the role was recast.

David Ryall – Elphias Doge (Deathly Hallows)

David Ryall took over the role of Elphias Doge for The Deathly Hallows. He died in 2014 at age 79.

Alan Rickman – Professor Severus Snape

Alan Rickman as Severus Snape in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
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Alan Rickman, whose portrayal of Severus Snape remains legendary, passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2016 at age 69.

Terence Bayler – The Bloody Baron

Terence Bayler, who played the Bloody Baron, passed away in 2016 at the age of 86.

Hazel Douglas – Bathilda Bagshot

Hazel Douglas as Bathilda Bagshot in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1
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Hazel Douglas, who played Bathilda Bagshot in *The Deathly Hallows: Part I*, died at age 92 in 2016.

John Hurt – Ollivander

Sir John Hurt, who played Ollivander, died of pancreatic cancer in early 2017, shortly after his 77th birthday.

Sam Beazley – Portrait of Professor Everard

Sam Beazley, who portrayed Professor Everard, passed away in 2017 at the age of 101.

Robert Hardy – Cornelius Fudge

Robert Hardy as Cornelius Fudge in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
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Robert Hardy, who played Cornelius Fudge, passed away in 2017 at the age of 91.

Verne Troyer – Griphook

Verne Troyer, who played Griphook in The Philosopher’s Stone, passed away in 2018.

Paul Ritter – Eldred Worple

Paul Ritter, who played Eldred Worple in The Half-Blood Prince, died of a brain tumor in 2021 at age 54.

Helen McCrory – Narcissa Malfoy

Helen McCrory as Narcissa Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
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Helen McCrory, who played Narcissa Malfoy, died of cancer in 2021 at the age of 52.

Robbie Coltrane – Hagrid

Robbie Coltrane as Hagrid in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
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Robbie Coltrane, beloved as Hagrid, died from organ failure in 2022 at age 72.

Leslie Phillips – The Sorting Hat

Leslie Phillips, the voice of the Sorting Hat, passed away in 2022 at age 98.

Michael Gambon – Dumbledore (*Prisoner of Azkaban* onwards)

Sir Michael Gambon, who played Dumbledore from Prisoner of Azkaban onwards, died from pneumonia in 2023 at age 82.

Maggie Smith – Professor McGonagall

Maggie Smith as Professor Minerva McGonagall in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
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Dame Maggie Smith, who played Professor McGonagall, passed away in September 2024 at the age of 89.

Simon Fisher-Becker – Fat Friar

Simon Fisher-Becker, who appeared as the Fat Friar in The Philosopher’s Stone, passed away in March 2025 at the age of 63.

This list encompasses all known *Harry Potter* cast member deaths as of March 10, 2025.

The *Harry Potter* films are currently streaming on Peacock.

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