This Thursday, September 28, fans of Harry Potter They woke up with very sad news because Michael Gambonactor who played Albus Dumbledore in six of the films in the saga (Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: part 1, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: part 2) died at the age of 82.
The actor who was born in Dublin (Ireland) in 1940 had won the hearts of children and adults thanks to his performance as the headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, a very important character in the films. And, although the last Harry Potter film was released in 2011, thanks to the streaming platforms new generations can see the saga.
What did Michael Gambon die from?
Michael died of pneumonia in hospital and was accompanied by his wife Anne and son Fergus when he died. This was indicated by the family, through a brief statement that has been shared by a public relations agency.
Who was Michael Gambon?
Michael John Gambon was born on October 19, 1940 in Dublin (Ireland) and died on September 28, 2023 in Witham (England). The actor had three children, the first with Lady Anne Gambon, who was with him when he died, and the two youngest (born in 2007 and 2009 respectively) with Philippa Hart, 25 years his junior.
The actor has worked in films, series, theater and also television productions. He was also part of the cast of “The Casual Vacancy,” a series based on the book of the same name by JK Rowling, also the author of Harry Potter.
What movies did Michael Gambon act in?
The actor is known worldwide for having played Albus Dumbledore, the headmaster of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in six of the eight films in the saga. Although, the performer’s career also includes other feature films, since he began his film career in 1965. Below, we tell you about some of his films that you find streaming.
- The Prophecy is on Star Plus.
- Fantastic Mr. Fox can be seen on Star Plus, HBO Max and Google Play.
- The King’s Speech is on HBO Max, Apple Tv+ and Google Play.
- Paddington is on Netflix and Google Play.
- Kingsman: The Golden Circle can be seen on Star Plus and Google Play.
- Paddington 2 is on Apple Tv+.
- Judy is on Star Plus and Google Play.
Where to watch Harry Potter movies with Michael Gambon?
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and Harry Potter and the Hallows of Death: Part 2 are available on HBO Max.
In all the films, the actor played Albus Dumbledore, a very important character in the saga since he was the director of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, He also had a very good relationship with the boy wizard whom he advised and also guided for his battle with Voldemort.
In the third, fourth, fifth and sixth films, the actor participated in many scenes, but in the final two he was present through memories because in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince his character died.