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 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. It was a very remarkable thing," the director added. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you. Heres everything to know about Helen. CTV reporter struck by vehicle while covering crash near Guelph, Ont. 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. During the chat presenter Kate asked the Harry Potter star half-way through if she was okay, saying: 'Are you alright, Helen? Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this incredibly sad time.. She alsohad an accomplished stage career, winning plaudits for National Theatre roles in productions of Medea and Terence Rattigan's The Deep Blue Sea. `And then what did you do? ", And fan Nicola Duckett added on Twitter: "This is absolutely awful news. When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you. 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. "I'm 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," Lewis tweeted. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. The director, who worked with Helen in a stage production of Medea, told the BBC's Today Programme only 'very, very few people' knew Helen was struggling behind the scenes. "She died as she lived. Most recently, Peaky Blinders premiered its sixth and final season. Kate jokingly replied. Peaky Blinders has been one of the few shows in association with the BBC that has been such an enormous hit in the United States while it was still on television. Isabel Oakeshott receives 'menacing' message from Matt Hancock, Moment teenager crashes into back of lorry after 100mph police race, Amplified jet stream could lead to 'disruptive snow in places', Dashcam captures moment two cars collide on a roundabout, Putin orders intelligence service to find 'scum' who oppose him, AFA president gives passionate rant speaking about student debt, Gabor Mat: No Jewish state without oppressing local population, Woman appears to fake injury while arguing with tradie next door, AG Garland says every prisoner 'deserves dignity and respect', Moment man casually executes homeless man on St Louis sidewalk, Child reads from sexually explicit book at Maine school board meeting. Fearlessly. The couple have two children together - daughter Manon born in September 2006 and son Gulliver, who was born in November 2007. man facing 96 charges in child abuse investigation, Harry, Meghan asked to leave U.K. home in further royal rift, Long-lost ship found in Lake Huron, confirming tragic story, Nanos seat projections show Conservatives with clear advantage after Liberals slip, U.S. CDC warns of rise in 'extensively drug-resistant' shigella bacteria infections. Live fully, take opportunities, have adventures. 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. Cracknell added that McCrory faced up to cancer with a level of bravery and humour that was completely extraordinary. The actress Helen McCrory died of cancer, her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, said on Friday. View our online Press Pack. 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Actress Helen McCrory, best known for starring in Peaky Blinders and the Harry Potter films, has died after a "heroic battle with cancer", her husband Damian Lewis has said. So sad to say farewell so suddenly I never took the chance to tell her , but she helped shape me as a person so much on & off screen, he captioned his IG photo, which showed the pair in a scene from the movie. Hollywood Life Actress Helen McCrory tragically lost her . Actress Helen McCrory showed signs of her illness as she made her final TV appearance on Good Morning Britain last month. She began her career in theatre where she was praised for her roles in Trelawny of the 'Wells' and Uncle Vanya. 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. Fearlessly. At one point the presenter asked her: "Are you alright Helen? We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. Showtime announced that the Emmy award-winning Damian Lewis will return as Bobby "Axe" Axelrod for Season 7 of Billions. Fearlessly. The NHS is cracking town on opioid prescriptions. She was 52 years old. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". The star's husband,actor Damian Lewis, announced she had died "peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family" on April 16, 2021. Her husband, Damian Lewis, confirmed the news on . Sun 18 Apr 2021 09.50 EDT. 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. Sat 17 Apr 2021 12.11 EDT. Its important for them to know, when theyre knackered, that theyre not alone and were thinking of them.. Lewiss Homeland co-star David Harewood has revealed that he only discovered McCrory was fighting cancer a couple of days before her death. When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider Her other movie roles included playingMP Clair Dowar in Skyfall andCherie Blair in The Queen and The Special Relationship. Amelia Wynne For Mailonline, 'I am broken-hearted to lose such a dear friend': Peaky Blinders' Cillian Murphy leads the stars paying tribute to Helen McCrory after she passed away aged 52 following cancer battle, Inside Helen McCrory's 13-year marriage to husband Damian Lewis as the actress leaves the actor and their two teenage children behind after her tragic death. Helen McCrory, who played Narcissa Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, has died. At one point the presenter asked her: "Are you alright Helen? The type of cancer which sadly led to Helen McCrory's death has not as yet been revealed to the public. "Very, very few people knew, and I only did because we were planning to transfer a show to Broadway and we had to cancel that because she was undergoing treatment. Tributes have poured in for Helen, including from Macmillan Cancer Support. My love and thoughts are with Damian and her family. This is too soon, too cruel. "She died as she lived. Together they share a daughter Manon, 14, and son Gulliver, 13. The RAC revealed that diesel drivers are still charged an extra 20p over the owners of petrol cars. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. She also starred in the final two films in the franchise. We were sworn to secrecy.. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? She blazed so brightly. Helen got her start in the entertainment industry as a theatre actor, and was praised for her roles in plays likeThe Deep Blue SeaandMedea. Very few people knew. Bookmark. From the first moment I met her when we were just kids it was obvious she was very special. She blazed so brightly. Helen had last appeared on TV six weeks ago on Good Morning Britain to talk about her and Damian's charity work feeding frontline healthcare workers during the Covid pandemic. 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His Homeland co-star David Harewood has since revealed his shock about the Helen's hidden health battle. ", 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. Fans defended Sally during BBC Breakfast on March 1. Renowned stage and film actress Helen McCrory passed away after a battle with cancer. In 2014 she starred in Alan Rickmans film A Little Chaos, opposite Kate Winslet. Simply heartbreaking news. British actorMatt Lucasalso paid tribute to Helen. 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. 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. Her talent and work was legendary and sublime. 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. Crane operator gets vehicle stuck in power lines, Remembering Montreal broadcasting legend Don McGowan. Carrie Cracknell, who directed the actress in a stage production of Medea, said those close to her "were sworn to secrecy". This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. 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. 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. I was in awe. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis), Use of this Website assumes acceptance of Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy | Accessibility, Published Friday, April 16, 2021 12:37PM EDT, Last Updated Friday, April 16, 2021 7:54PM EDT, Balmain show sparkles, Ukraine designer evokes life at home, Ed Sheeran says his wife was diagnosed with tumour while pregnant, Justin Bieber cancels remaining Justice World Tour dates, Star-studded D.C. tribute concert celebrates Gershwin Prize winner Joni Mitchell, Chasing Horse pleads not guilty in Nevada sex abuse case, Chris Rock will talk about Will Smith's Oscars slap in his live Netflix special, CTV National News for Mar. ", The actress jokingly replied: "No, Ive got children! Go now Little One, into the air, and thank you.. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. It was an honour to work with her and know her. ", Another lamented: "So very sad; she was a fabulous actress and gone too young. Actor did not want her professional or charitable work overshadowed by illness in final weeks, says friend. They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. 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. What a tremendous loss, he tweeted. "I'm heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that . "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. "We would like to send our condolences to her family and loved ones this evening. Helen McCrory in February 2020. Getty Images. Director Carrie Cracknell told BBC's Today show: "Helen wanted to be very private about her illness and I understand why. She played the matriarch of a crime family on "Peaky Blinders" and the scheming Voldemort ally Narcissa Malfoy in the "Harry Potter" movies. McCrory's death was announced by her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, on Friday. 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. Her husband, Lewis, a fellow actor, announced McCrorys death on Twitter. Piers Wenger, BBC director of drama, said: Helen was one of the finest actresses this country will ever see. Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling tweeted, Im devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman whos left us far too soon. "God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. Cracknell, who directed McCrory in a 2014 production of Medea, said the performer did not want her illness overshadowing her family and professional life. McCrorys husband, Damian Lewis, announced the news that his wife died peacefully at home aged 52. Twitter pays tribute to Helen McCrory. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. , updated Tributes have poured in for Helen, including from Macmillan Cancer Support. God we loved 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. However, she was originallycast as Bellatrix Lestrange in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, but pulled out of the film when she fell pregnant. ", The actress jokingly replied: "No, Ive got children! After being replaced by Helena Bonham Carter, Helen returned as Bellatrix's sister Narcissa Malfoy in the Half Blood Prince. 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