Her talent and work was legendary and sublime. On April 16, reports revealed that Helen McCrory died at 52 years old. Her character is the aunt of the Shelby brothers and the unofficial head of the family. She died as she lived, he continued. What a tremendous loss, he tweeted. Top editors give you the stories you want delivered right to your inbox each weekday. Im heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family, he began. Weeks later, Lewis, 50, announced in a statement that his wife had died, saying: She died as she lived. Rest in peace.. The Hollywood actress, who has also starred in Skyfall and Harry Potter, only told few people about her diagnosis and continued with her charity work until a few weeks before her death. Simply heartbreaking news., Had the good fortune to meet and interview Helen McCrory a few times, presenter Dermot OLeary tweeted. ", "Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling tweeted that she was "devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman who's left us far too soon.". Damian Lewis confirmed on April 16 that his actress wife had died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family following a heroic battle with cancer. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". Speaking about her charity work in March last year, Helen said: "Since we launched the campaign, weve received messages of appreciation for NHS workers from people across the country, which weve shared with them. "It was shocking and unbelievably sad. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. Blessings to Damian and the family., The official Twitter account for the Old Vic theatre in London said: We are devastated to hear of the loss of Helen McCrory. A mighty talent, with always a hint of mischief. to which Kate laughed and said 'Oh you've been shouting at them! Carol's mystery man - who she is engaged to - has been revealed today. One from a male point of view, which is much more physical and violent and threatening, and one from a female point of view, which is just as physically violent and threatening, but is also psychological.. Last modified on Wed 21 Apr 2021 05.30 EDT. In 2014 she starred in Alan Rickmans film A Little Chaos, opposite Kate Winslet. Brave Helen McCrory was still promoting her charity work for the NHS in the final weeks before her death, aged 52. When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you. Sat 17 Apr 2021 12.11 EDT. She was always relentlessly herself- razor sharp wit silver tongued kind & warm hearted she suffered no fools yet had time for everyone thank you for lighting the way forward & holding my hand when I needed it xx., Damian Lewis (@lewis_damian) April 16, 2021. A genuine firecracker with an aching vulnerability. You sound a bit croaky, have you got a sore throat? The James Bond Skyfall movie star made her final appearance on television just several weeks . Britain's Helen McCrory, who starred in Harry Potter films and the TV series Peaky Blinders, has died after a battle with cancer, her husband, actor Damian Lewis, said on Twitter Friday. "But I think you approach it in different ways, and my approach is just to forge forward.". 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Peaky Blinders has been one of the few shows in association with the BBC that has been such an enormous hit in the United States while it was still on television. Her character is the aunt of the Shelby brothers and the unofficial head of the family. Helen McCrory died of cancer last month Credit: Getty. Actress Helen McCrory showed signs of her illness as she made her final TV appearance on Good Morning Britain last month. 'A wonderful woman and together a wonderful pair who were always fun to interview and a great measure just to be around. Peaky Blinders creator Stephen Knight pays touching tribute to Helen McCroy, Peaky Blinders' Cillian Murphy leads cast tributes to 'dear friend' and co-star Helen McCrory, Stacey Solomon fans warn they 'may unfollow her' after Belle and Rose snap. A Place in the Sun star posted the picture on Instagram. When asked what first attracted her to the Once Upon A Time star, Helen revealed, He just made me laugh a lot. Helen McCrory, the actress who starred as Narcissa Malfoy in the "Harry Potter" film series and Polly Gray in "Peaky Blinders," has died of cancer. The star was cast as Bellatrix Lestrange inHarry Potterand the Order of the Phoenix but was forced to pull out due her to pregnancy. His Homeland co-star David Harewood has since revealed his shock about the Helen's hidden health battle. Helen "faced up" to her cancer battle "with a level of bravery and humour that was completely extraordinary and was teaching people around her how to live. "Very, very few people knew, and I only did because we were planning to transfer a show to Broadway, and we had to cancel that because she was undergoing treatment. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. Homeland star Damian tweeted: 'I'm heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family. Lewis left the show at the end of season 5 and is set to appear in six of the 12 episodes that will air this new season. Cracknell said the actor informed very, very few people about her diagnosis and continued with her charity work weeks before her death. Footage of the interview shows Damian gazing lovingly at his wife in her final TV appearance before her death on April 16, 2021. Actress Helen McCrory tragically lost her . ", And fan Nicola Duckett added on Twitter: "This is absolutely awful news. Her husband led tributes to the star tonight along with JK Rowling, Michael Sheen,Taron Egerton,Cillian Murphy andKate Beckinsale. Stay up to date with what you want to know. Helen McCrory had made her friends promise to keep her illness a secret. Actress Helen McCrory, known for her roles in Peaky Blinders and three Harry Potter films, has died of cancer at the . She also starred as Narcissa Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, Clair Dowar in the James Bond film Skyfall, and Cherie Blair in both The Queen and The Special Relationship, and appeared in recent shows including MotherFatherSon, Quiz and Roadkill. Rescuers comb wreckage of Greece's deadliest train crash, Eagle-eyed fans spot 'Last of Us' production blunder, Oops! When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you. Survivors Jonny Fairplay shares major show secrets & insanity of challenges, 1000-lb Sisters' Tammy Slaton ends silence 2 days after Amy & husband split, The View fans confused after spotting strange detail involving host Sara, Today fans divided over Jenna's dress as some viewers say it's 'inappropriate', 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Big-hearted Helen was known for her charity work, Helen McCrory was still doing charity work in final weeks before death from cancer aged 52, They met when starring in a play together in 2003, She played Narcissa Malfoy in the Harry Potter series. McCrory, who was awarded an OBE for services to drama in 2017, was best-known for playing fearsome matriarch Polly in Peaky Blinders as well as appearing in the Harry Potter franchise and The Special Relationship. 1 of 101. The 55-year-old actor told The Mirror: Damian got in touch a couple of days before the news broke, he let us all know. Much love to Damian and her family. Helen died aged 52 last month (Picture: Getty) Helen McCrory 's friends only found out her cancer battle days before her death aged 52. 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From Potter to Peaky, from Blair to Bond, Helens fearlessness made every part she played unique and unmissable. Speaking about her charity work in March last year, Helen said: "Since we launched the campaign, weve received messages of appreciation for NHS workers from people across the country, which weve shared with them. Helen McCrory, the stage and screen star known for her roles in the Harry Potter films and the BBC series Peaky Blinders, has died from cancer aged 52, her husband has said. While the death of the talented actress on Friday came as a shock to fans, those closest to her knew she had been struggling while undergoing treatment behind the scenes. It tweeted on April 16: "We're deeply saddened to hear the news that Helen McCrory has died of cancer. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. She was 52. ", Helen's fans expressed shock at her passing, with one tweeting: "Brave lady and so sad for her family to lose her at such a young age. Actress Helen McCrory showed signs of her illness as she made her final TV appearance on Good Morning Britain last month.. Go now Little One, into the air, and thank you.. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.. Actor did not want her professional or charitable work overshadowed by illness in final weeks, says friend. wrote in the Sunday Times of his wifes generosity and humour, Grammys makes major changes to awards process after criticism of secret committees, Britney Spears father said popstar had dementia in conservatorship documents, BBC documentary claims, Do not sell or share my personal information. Helen McCrory, best known for her memorable roles in Harry Potter, The Queen, and Peaky Blinders, died Friday at age 52 after a battle with cancer. McCrory was best known for her role as Aunt Polly in the BBC series Peaky Blinders, which is currently filming its final series. 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