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Tributes have poured in for Helen, including from Macmillan Cancer Support. Helen McCrory Dies Of Cancer: Everything To Know About The 'Harry Potter' Star. "You've been shouting at them!" None of us knew what she was battling. Sick of this horrible disease.". The actor Helen McCrory has died at the age of 52. Helen died aged 52 last month (Picture: Getty) Helen McCrory 's friends only found out her cancer battle days before her death aged 52. Her character is the aunt of the Shelby brothers and the unofficial head of the family. McCrory and Lewis, star of the TV series "Homeland" and "Billions," married in 2007 and had two children. She blazed so brightly. Lewiss Homeland co-star David Harewood has revealed that he only discovered McCrory was fighting cancer a couple of days before her death. Director Carrie Cracknell told BBC's Today show: "Helen wanted to be very private about her illness and I understand why. At one point the presenter asked her: "Are you alright Helen? God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. "Nobody knew. 'A wonderful woman and together a wonderful pair who were always fun to interview and a great measure just to be around. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Born in Paddington, England, to a Welsh mother and Scottish father, McCrory enjoyed a successful career across stage and screen. It was an honour to work with her and know her. , updated After her husband McCrory is survived by Lewis, who she married in 2007, and their children Manon and Gulliver. Very few people knew. She blazed so brightly. Noel Clarke, who appeared with McCrory in the crime thriller 4.3.2.1, wrote: RIP #HelenMcCrory you were the best and always lovely to me. Love ya. Across a 30-year career, Helen McCrory carved out a reputation for playing fiery, complex characters on stage and screen. A true legend., Damian Lewis and Helen McCrory at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards, Actor and writer Ben Willbond tweeted: Heartbroken at the news that Helen McCrory has died. 10:52 GMT 17 Apr 2021 Cracknell, who directed McCrory in a 2014 production of Medea, said the performer did not want her illness overshadowing her family and professional life. VERY few people knew of Harry Potter and Peaky Blinder star Helen McCrory's cancer battle, says a pal. The type of cancer which sadly led to Helen McCrory's death has not as yet been revealed to the public. BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent left with head in hands as viewers defend controversial outfit choice. 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. Top editors give you the stories you want delivered right to your inbox each weekday. By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider The couple raised more than $1 million in an effort to help feed frontline workers in the U.K. amid the global coronavirus pandemic. "She died as she lived. Actor Damian said as he announced his wife's death: "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. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". Weeks later, Lewis, 50, announced in a statement that his wife had died, saying: She died as she lived. Betty White, Hollywood's "Golden Girl," died Friday, Dec. 31, 2021. 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 said. She later returned asBellatrixs sister in The Half Blood Prince, and also starred in the final two movies in the franchise. She really is the brains with Tommy behind the family and you see the difference of how to rule, she told the BBC in 2014. She went on to star in a string of films, including James Bond filmSkyfall, 1994s The Vampire, and The Queen in 2006,in which she played Tony Blairs wife Cherie Blair. Her on-screen son, Tom Felton, who portrayed Draco Malfoy, paid tribute to her on Instagram after learning of the tragic news. She was perhaps best known for her role as Aunt Polly in the popular BBC drama Peaky Blinders. We were sworn to secrecy.. Damian Lewis confirmed on April 16 that his actress wife . Kate jokingly replied. Last modified on Mon 19 Apr 2021 12.21 EDT. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Cracknell said the actor informed very, very few people about her diagnosis and continued with her charity work weeks before her death. 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. Thoughts with Damian and family. "Bobby's back," Lewis told Stephen Colbert on The Late Show. Which Married at First Sight Australia 2022 couples are still together? Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.. Helen McCrory made a career playing powerful women, from Cherie Blair in The Queen (2006), for which Helen Mirren won an Oscar, to Aunt Polly, the intimidating Im devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman whos left us far too soon. The Shape of You star announced her health battle on Wednesday as he confirmed new album Subtract. to which Kate laughed and said 'Oh you've been shouting at them! There was, however, a hint that something was amiss during a recent TV interview. View our online Press Pack. Fearlessly. ", 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. Their work led to almost 1million in donations to the Feed NHS scheme, and partnerships with chains including Leon and Wasabi. VERY few people knew of Harry Potter and Peaky Blinder star Helen McCrory's cancer battle, says a pal. Helen McCrory, the Peaky Blinders actor who died from cancer on Friday, swore friends to secrecy as she underwent treatment, her friend Carrie Cracknell said in a radio tribute. "Helen and her husband Damian Lewis have kindly supported Macmillan over the years. 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. Her husband, Lewis, a fellow actor, announced McCrorys death on Twitter. On April 16, reports revealed that Helen McCrory died at 52 years old. In 2014 she starred in Alan Rickmans film A Little Chaos, opposite Kate Winslet. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer . She blazed so brightly. McCrory was also was nominated for an Olivier for her role as Rosalind in As You Like It in at London's Wyndham's theatre in 2006. Actress Helen McCrory showed signs of her illness as she made her final TV appearance on Good Morning Britain last month. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Sophie Rundle: Its a strange, dreamlike, out-of-body experience watching someone run over you, Idris Elba makes rib-tickling confession about Luthers signature look ahead of Netflix movie, Clarksons Farm star in shock as fans raise tens of thousands for TB-hit farm, his actress wife had died peacefully at home, Other friends of the family were sworn to secrecy, appeared on Good Morning Britain with her husband. "Helen and her husband Damian Lewis have kindly supported Macmillan over the years. The 'beautiful and mighty' actress, who played Polly Gray in Peaky Blinders and Narcissa Malfoy in Harry Potter, died 'peacefully' at home surrounded by friends and family. "We would like to send our condolences to her family and loved ones this evening. 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. Very sad news., Olivia Colman, Helen McCrory and Anne-Marie Duff at the afterparty for the 65th Evening Standard awards, Sadiq Khan, the mayor of London, wrote: So sad to hear this news. Since we launched the campaign, weve received messages of appreciation for NHS workers from people across the country, which weve shared with them, Helen said in March 2020. 1: Greece train disaster, Poilievre wants inquiry, but accepts 2021 election results, Ont. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. In 2013, Helen took on the gritty role of Polly Gray in the hit showPeaky Blindersas the domineering matriarch of the family. My love and thoughts are with Damian and her family. Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this incredibly sad time.. The Peaky Blinders star, 52, passed away after a 'heroic' battle with . Others remembered McCrory for her charity work, including on FeedNHS, a campaign to provide meals for frontline health care workers during the coronavirus pandemic. Her generosity has extended to encouraging us three to live. Her husband, actor Damian Lewis, said Friday that McCrory died peacefully at home after a "heroic battle with cancer. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP, File). My deepest condolences to her family, especially her husband and children. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. 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Carrie said her friend didn't want to highlight her illness as she was determined to concentrate on her career, while continuing to fundraise for hospital staff devastated by the coronavirus pandemic. At one point the presenter asked her: "Are you alright Helen? 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. After being replaced by Helena Bonham Carter, Helen returned as Bellatrix's sister Narcissa Malfoy in the Half Blood Prince. 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During the interview with Kate Garraway on ITV's GMB - where she was speaking about her and Damian's charity work - Helen appeared to have a croaky voice and looked pale. When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you. Lord Bethell said the concern about pets underlined how little was known about the disease at the outbreak of the pandemic in 2020. It tweeted on April 16: "We're deeply saddened to hear the news that Helen McCrory has died of cancer. "Axe is back, and it's exciting. Damian did such a tremendous job in publicly handling all that.". McCrory began her career on the stage performing at London's West End before appearing in films including "Interview With the Vampire" (1994), "Casanova" (2005), and "The Queen" (2006). 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. 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A mighty talent, with always a hint of mischief. McCrorys cancer diagnosis had been kept private from the public. On television, she appeared in Doctor Who, Inside No 9 and His Dark Materials, and last year appeared in the Hugh Lauriedrama Roadkill on the BBC and ITV's Quiz. She blazed so brightly. J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) April 16, 2021. By Alexia Fernndez. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The 52-year-old star had been battling cancer, but "faced up to it with a level of bravery and humour that was completely extraordinary" according to close friend Carrie Cracknell. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer. She refused to let the illness overshadow her family and professional life, friends have since revealed. Hollywood Life It tweeted on April 16: "We're deeply saddened to hear the news that Helen McCrory has died of cancer. Helen McCrory Dies of Cancer at Age 52 She's Survived by Her Husband and Two Kids. 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. It was a pleasure to work with you. ". ", McCrory also starred as a human rights lawyer dragged into international intrigue in the TV thriller "Fearless," played lawyer Cherie Blair, wife of British Prime Minister Tony Blair, in the 2006 movie "The Queen," and had roles in Martin Scorsese's film "Hugo" and the James Bond thriller "Skyfall. Her need to be fully alive and be committed and to take things incredibly seriously, such as her family and charity work, defined her last few years for her as much as ever.. Thank you for asking.". A luminous presence on stage and on screen.. The screen star was awarded the OBE for services to drama in the 2017 New Years Honours. Tributes have poured in for Helen, including from Macmillan Cancer Support. His Homeland co-star David Harewood has since revealed his shock about the Helen's hidden health battle. Simply heartbreaking news., Had the good fortune to meet and interview Helen McCrory a few times, presenter Dermot OLeary tweeted. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". A continuacin encontrar una seleccin de noticias similares de otras fuentes de noticias de todo el mundo. She won a new generation of fans for her performance as Narcissa Malfoy, mother to Harry Potters nemesis Draco Malfoy, in the film adaptations of JK Rowlings series of books. He said: "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. The actress Helen McCrory died of cancer, her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, said on Friday. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Live fully, take opportunities, have adventures. Originally cast as the villain Bellatrix LeStrange, McCrory later joined the "Harry Potter" franchise as Bellatrix's sister, Narcissa Malfoy, in 2009's "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.". First published on Fri 16 Apr 2021 12.04 EDT. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. McCrorys husband, Damian Lewis, announced the news that his wife died peacefully at home aged 52. 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. 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Michael Sheen has led tributes to the passionate and funny actress. Fearlessly. Helen McCrory in February 2020. Published on April 16, 2021 01:12 PM. `How did you do that?' Helen McCrory died of cancer at age 52 in April 2021. When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you. Kate suffered the prank gone wrong on Thursday's ITV show. Her last two appearances at the National Theatre were as Medea, in a play based on Euripides Greek tragedy, and as Hester Collyer in a revival of Terence Rattigans 1952 modern classic, The Deep Blue Sea. 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. 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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. Fans defended Sally during BBC Breakfast on March 1. I have fond memories of her helping us unveil the statue of Millicent Fawcett in Parliament Square. I will dearly miss my pal. "She was also a gifted actor -- fearless and magnificent. Fearlessly. Cherie Blair in The Queen and The Special Relationship. Her husband Damian Lewis broke the tragic news on April 16, saying she had died peacefully at home. This is too soon, too cruel. Sat 17 Apr 2021 12.11 EDT. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. CTV reporter struck by vehicle while covering crash near Guelph, Ont. Sending so much love to you all xxx'. 12:17 GMT 17 Apr 2021. MORE : Grammys makes major changes to awards process after criticism of secret committees, MORE : Britney Spears father said popstar had dementia in conservatorship documents, BBC documentary claims, Winter Love Island 2023 final date confirmed and its just around the corner. Its important for them to know, when theyre knackered, that theyre not alone and were thinking of them.. 'That's so clever, darling.' She said: "Helen wanted to be very private about her illness and I understand why. Thank you for asking.". Homeland star Damian shared on Twitter: "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. "Her need to be fully alive and be committed and to take things incredibly seriously, such as her family and charity work, defined her last few years for her as much as ever.". She blazed so brightly. My deepest condolences to her family, especially her husband and children. Cracknell added that McCrory faced up to cancer with a level of bravery and humour that was completely extraordinary. "Her need to be fully alive and be committed and to take things incredibly seriously, such as her family and charity work, defined her last few years for her as much as ever.". The couple have two children together - daughter Manon born in September 2006 and son Gulliver, who was born in November 2007. Go now Little One, into the air, and thank you.. McCrory played Narcissa Malfoy in the "Harry Potter" film series and Polly Gray in "Peaky Blinders. "For those working with infectious diseases, these messages of kindness and gratefulness its about the safest hug you can give an ITU worker at the moment. ", Another lamented: "So very sad; she was a fabulous actress and gone too young. And still does, she toldThe Sun. drama Roadkill on the BBC and ITV's Quiz. She also starred in the final two films in the franchise. "You've been shouting at them!" Hollywood Life, Latest Hollywood Celebrity & Entertainment News. Sick of this horrible disease.". Apr. She was 52. Fearlessly. They tied the knot in 2007 at Kensington and Chelsea Registry Office, and went on to have two children: daughter Manon, born in 2006 and son Gulliver, born in 2007. What a tremendous loss.". Actor Damian Lewis . ", Then Lewis came into the picture. Her husband revealed the tragic news in an April 16 Twitter post. Lewis and McCrory met in 2003 when they were both starring at a theater production of "Five Gold Rings" in London. Her talent and work was legendary and sublime. 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Helen McCrory, English actress who starred in 'Harry Potter' and 'Peaky Blinders,' dead at 52 Her husband, actor Damian Lewis, said McCrory died 'peacefully at home' after battling cancer "Everyone in life wants someone to love and be loved by, but I think I was always just engrossed and involved in work," McCrory told the Radio Times. "Helen and her husband Damian Lewis have kindly supported Macmillan over the years. "We would like to send our condolences to her family and loved ones this evening. A genuine firecracker with an aching vulnerability. 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. 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. 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