All Harry Potter Cast Deaths in Order of Their Passing

The passing of beloved *Harry Potter* actors leaves a void in the hearts of fans worldwide. For many, these actors were integral to our childhoods, shaping our connection to the magical world of Hogwarts. To honor their memory, let's remember those from the original cast who have sadly passed away.

In Memoriam: Harry Potter Cast Members

The first *Harry Potter* film premiered in 2001, meaning over two decades have passed since the original cast first transported us to Hogwarts. This unfortunately means we've had to bid farewell to many of the talented individuals who brought this magical world to life.

Richard Harris – Original Dumbledore

Harris, who portrayed Albus Dumbledore in the first two films, passed away from Hodgkin’s Disease in 2002 at the age of 72.

Robert Knox – Marcus Belby

Knox played Marcus Belby in The Half-Blood Prince. Tragically, he died in 2008 at the age of 18 in a stabbing incident. His role was not recast.

Elizabeth Spriggs – Original Fat Lady

Elizabeth Spriggs played the Fat Lady in *Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone* and *Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets*. The role was recast for *The Prisoner of Azkaban* due to a change in the character's appearance and location. Spriggs passed away in 2008 at age 78.

Timothy Bateson – Kreacher

Bateson voiced Kreacher in The Order of the Phoenix. He died in 2009 at age 83. Simon McBurney took over the voice role for the remaining films.

Jimmy Gardner – Knight Bus Driver Ernie

Though only briefly seen in *Prisoner of Azkaban*, Gardner’s portrayal of Ernie remains memorable. He passed away in 2010 at age 85.

Alfred Burke – Armando Dippet

Burke played former Hogwarts Headmaster Armando Dippet in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. He died in 2011 at age 92.

Richard Griffiths – Uncle Vernon Dursley

Richard Griffiths, unforgettable as Vernon Dursley, passed away from heart surgery complications in 2013 at age 65.

Peter Cartwright – Original Elphias Doge

Cartwright played Elphias Doge in The Order of the Phoenix. He died in 2013 at age 78, leading to the role being recast for subsequent films.

Dave Legeno – Fenrir Greyback

Dave Legeno, who played Fenrir Greyback, died from heatstroke while hiking in 2014 at age 50.

Derek Deadman – Original Leaky Cauldron Landlord Tom

Deadman played Tom, the Leaky Cauldron landlord, in the first film. He passed away from diabetes complications in 2014, and the role was recast for later films.

David Ryall – Elphias Doge (*Deathly Hallows*)

Ryall took over the role of Elphias Doge for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. He died in 2014 at age 79.

Alan Rickman – Professor Severus Snape

Alan Rickman, iconic as Severus Snape, passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2016 at age 69.

Terence Bayler – The Bloody Baron

Bayler played the Bloody Baron. He passed away in 2016 at age 86.

Hazel Douglas – Bathilda Bagshot

Hazel Douglas, who played Bathilda Bagshot in *The Deathly Hallows: Part I*, died in 2016 at age 92.

John Hurt – Ollivander

Sir John Hurt, who portrayed Ollivander, died of pancreatic cancer in 2017 shortly after his 77th birthday.

Sam Beazley – Portrait of Professor Everard

Beazley played the portrait of Professor Everard in The Order of the Phoenix. He passed away in 2017 at the age of 101.

Robert Hardy – Cornelius Fudge

Robert Hardy, who played Cornelius Fudge, passed away in 2017 at age 91.

Verne Troyer – Griphook

Verne Troyer played Griphook in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. He died in 2018 from complications of alcohol intoxication, later ruled a suicide.

Paul Ritter – Eldred Worple

Ritter played Eldred Worple in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. He died of a brain tumor in 2021 at age 54.

Helen McCrory – Narcissa Malfoy

Helen McCrory, who played Narcissa Malfoy, died of cancer in 2021 at age 52.

Robbie Coltrane – Hagrid

Robbie Coltrane, beloved as Hagrid, passed away from organ failure in 2022 at age 72.

Leslie Phillips – The Sorting Hat

Leslie Phillips, the voice of the Sorting Hat, died in 2022 at age 98.

Michael Gambon – Dumbledore (*Prisoner of Azkaban* onwards)

Sir Michael Gambon, who took over the role of Dumbledore from Prisoner of Azkaban onwards, died from pneumonia in 2023 at age 82.

Maggie Smith – Professor McGonagall

Dame Maggie Smith, who played Professor McGonagall, passed away in September 2024 at age 89.

Simon Fisher-Becker – Fat Friar

Simon Fisher-Becker, who played the Fat Friar in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, passed away in March 2025 at age 63.

This list is updated as of March 10th, 2025. The *Harry Potter* films are currently streaming on Peacock.