Helen McCrory, Best Known as Narcissa Malfoy From Harry Potter, Dies of Cancer At 52, Daniel Radcliff Pays Tribute

Actor Helen McCrory, who is best known for her role in Harry Potter films and Peaky Blinders, died at the age of 52 after her battle with cancer.

Actor Helen McCrory, who is best known for her role in Harry Potter films and Peaky Blinders, died at the age of 52 after her battle with cancer. Actor’s husband Damian Lewis shared the news on Twitter with an official statement that reads, “I’m heartbroken to announce that after an 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. She died as she lived. Fearlessly. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. She blazed so brightly. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you (sic).”

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— Damian Lewis (@lewis_damian) April 16, 2021

Henlen’s friends and colleagues paid condolence to the late actor. Daniel Radcliff, who played the titular role in the Harry Potter series, shared on Instagram, “Really shocked and saddened by news of the death of Helen McCrory. One of my favourite actresses, she was different in every role. So beautiful, talented, and versatile. She was one of the reasons why Harry Potter was alive!! If she hadn’t lied about Harry’s death, we know what would have happened Rest in Peace #HelenMcCrory (sic).”

 

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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. My deepest condolences to her family, especially her husband and children. Simply heartbreaking news.

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) April 16, 2021

How terribly sad that we’ve lost Helen McCrory so young. She was one of the finest, most versatile and charming actors of her generation. The thoughts of all her many fans will be with Damian and the kids right now. RIP x

— Tony Robinson (@Tony_Robinson) April 16, 2021

Helen played the role of Narcissa Malfoy, Draco Malfoy’s mother, in Harry Potter films. She also played the role of Aunt Poly in Peaky Blinders, web series streaming on Netflix. She starred in the Jasmes Bond movie Skyfall. She is survived by her husband Damian Lewis, daughter Manon and son Gulliver.