Michael Gambon, actor who played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter,' dies at 82

Michael Gambon, known best for playing Dumbledore in “Harry Potter,” has died at 82. Gambon died peacefully at a hospital following a bout of pneumonia, according to a statement by his family. 

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[markmacpherson]

Sad to hear, but I'm glad he had family with him.

[demang]

Brought so much happiness to all age groups!

[martinvera]

Dang Bro he came across the screen so Naturally. Just made it look so good and effortless on the big screen 📽 🎬 🎞 🍿 Rest in peace my good Sir. You will be missed. You shall live on through your films 🎥 Rest in Peace 🕊 👑✝️🙏🏼

[renanaogumiremhete]

Rip my condolences to his family and friends 💯 God rest his soul

[flonkas]

He will live on through his character dumbledore. Legendary character. Generations from now, kids will be watching his movies and reliving through his characters. Thank you Michael.

[laurakenney]

Oh, I loved him in so many different show and movies.

[Seenic]

You mean Headmaster Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore

RIP to one of the most greatest actors to ever appear on screen

[moonlightpixie]

There is also a corner of a race track named after him ...

[venomxo]

R.I.P man, we'll never forget you 😢❤

[noobmasterruben]

We will never forget your iconic line in Harry potter 4

[missm]

It’s not ‘Sir Gambon’… it’s Sir Michael.

[NicholasInSeattle]

I could not be sadder than I am now to have heard this tragic news. What did he die from? *Sighs deeply!*

[julianaylor]

Correction you refer to Knight by their first or full name ....Sir Michael Gambon or Sir Michael. RIP to a great British actor, born in Ireland, raised in England, star of stage, television and films.

[David_Watts]

Gotta love how someone so talented and steeped in theatrical history is just glossed over like a speed bump in time... thank you mass media! It would've been VERY beneficial to at least give him twice the time they actually spent . But it just goes to show how the prophetic movie Idiocracy is becoming more real every day!! 🤪

[screwstone]

I guess it’s just a job to you idk how can ppl fake their own feelings on live tv

[leoniehendrickson]

Father i hope he repented for acting in the harry Potter show it is witchcraft