Alan Rickman's friends and fans across the film and TV industry have been paying tribute to the star, whose death was announced today.
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Alan Rickman died aged 69 after suffering from cancer, his family revealed on Thursday morning.
'Harry Potter' author J.K. Rowling led the tributes to the star, who was known to many as Professor Snape in the film versions of the hugely popular book series:
There are no words to express how shocked and devastated I am to hear of Alan Rickman's death. He was a magnificent actor & a wonderful man.
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) January 14, 2016My thoughts are with Rima and the rest of Alan's family. We have all lost a great talent. They have lost part of their hearts.
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) January 14, 2016
Other tweets included:
What desperately sad news about Alan Rickman. A man of such talent, wicked charm & stunning screen & stage presence. He'll be sorely missed
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— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) January 14, 2016My thoughts are with Rima and the rest of Alan's family. We have all lost a great talent. They have lost part of their hearts.
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) January 14, 2016
Very sad to hear that Alan Rickman has passed away. One of the greatest actors of his generation. My thoughts are with his family & friends
— Jeremy Corbyn MP (@jeremycorbyn) January 14, 2016David Bowie dead from cancer at 69.
Now Alan Rickman dead from cancer at 69.
Two great talents, one bloody awful disease.
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) January 14, 2016I do not want my heroes to die!
Alan Rickman is dead & he was another hero. Alan - thank you for being with us. We are sorry you had to go
— Eddie Izzard (@eddieizzard) January 14, 2016And now we have lost Alan Rickman. A gifted actor and lovely man. What a week. #RIPAlanRickman
— Michael Ball OBE (@mrmichaelball) January 14, 2016Devastated to hear about the passing of Alan Rickman. I had the pleasure of working with him on my first movie. A true legend and gentleman.
— Jamie Campbell Bower (@Jamiebower) January 14, 2016This week can do one. #AlanRickman
— Lauren Laverne (@laurenlaverne) January 14, 2016Rest In Peace Alan Rickman. Such sad news. A huge loss.
— Will Poulter (@PoulterWill) January 14, 2016So sad and shocking to hear about Alan Rickman. Truly a giant and a gent. His eyes always twinkled, and that voice...
— David Miliband (@DMiliband) January 14, 2016RIP Alan Rickman. You will be missed. #TrulyMadlyDeeply
— E L James (@E_L_James) January 14, 2016There are few things I enjoyed more than watching Alan Rickman sigh in a movie. RIP
— Seth Meyers (@sethmeyers) January 14, 2016He did so much brilliant work but Alan Rickman in Galaxy Quest: one of the greatest comedy performances ever. RIP pic.twitter.com/E9sNR4rG8E
— David Schneider (@davidschneider) January 14, 2016Oh no Alan Rickman has died. Very sad news.
— Gabby Logan (@GabbyLogan) January 14, 2016Honoured to have spent time with the man. I was so nervous. This was just last April. Xx https://t.co/pd9JjWLEF8
— edith bowman (@edibow) January 14, 2016
I cannot believe Alan Rickman has passed away. I am truly devastated. One of the best actors this world has ever seen. Rest in peace. Xxx
— Carrie Hope Fletcher (@CarrieHFletcher) January 14, 2016So sad to hear that we’ve lost Alan Rickman. What a brilliantly talented man. Countless amazing performances. What a sad week.
— Tom Fletcher (@tommcfly) January 14, 2016Alan Rickman made his name on the British stage and screen, before becoming a big screen star as 'Die Hard's first villain. He then went on to steal the show as Severus Snape in the record-breaking 'Harry Potter' series.
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