"I'm heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that . Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Actress Helen McCrory showed signs of her illness as she made her final TV appearance on Good Morning Britain last month.. 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. Brave Helen McCrory was still promoting her charity work for the NHS in the final weeks before her death, aged 52. BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent makes 'disappointing' bedroom confession as Carol Kirkwood giggles. After Lewis shared the news of McCrorys death, fans and fellow actors rushed to pay tribute. He said: "Damian got in touch a couple of days before the news broke, he let us all know. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you. Heres everything to know about Helen. Apr. BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent left with head in hands as viewers defend controversial outfit choice. Stay up to date with what you want to know. 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. McCrory and Lewis had two children, Manon, 14, and Gulliver, 13. "It was shocking and unbelievably sad. Peaky Blinders and Harry Potter star Helen McCrory, a legend of the stage and screen, has died aged 52 after a secret 'heroic battle' with cancer, her husband Damian Lewis today revealed.. Helen McCrorys friends only found out her cancer battle days before her death aged 52. "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. In a statement released to the public, her husband (actor Damian Lewis). Her husband Damian Lewis broke the tragic news on April 16, saying she had died peacefully at home. By Alexia Fernndez. McCrory was best known for her role as Aunt Polly in the BBC series Peaky Blinders, which is currently filming its final series. 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. Peers praised her as "one of the greatest actors of our time". CTV reporter struck by vehicle while covering crash near Guelph, Ont. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". It tweeted on April 16: "We're deeply saddened to hear the news that Helen McCrory has died of cancer. Her character is the aunt of the Shelby brothers and the unofficial head of the family. "We would like to send our condolences to her family and loved ones this evening." The NHS is cracking town on opioid prescriptions. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. McCrory and Lewis, star of the TV series "Homeland" and "Billions," married in 2007 and had two children. Funny, of course generous, brave, uncomplaining, constantly reminding us all of how lucky weve been, how blessed we are. British actor Helen McCrory, who starred in the television show "Peaky Blinders" and the "Harry Potter" movies, has died, her husband said Friday. She blazed so brightly. I had a lot of admiration for this beautiful lady. Her on-screen son, Tom Felton, who portrayed Draco Malfoy, paid tribute to her on Instagram after learning of the tragic news. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.'. By God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. She said: "Helen wanted to be very private about her illness and I understand why. She was so so brilliant when she came to work on Bill. Helen "faced up" to her cancer battle "with a level of bravery and humour that was completely extraordinary and was teaching people around her how to live. Lewis and McCrory met in 2003 when they were both starring at a theater production of "Five Gold Rings" in London. "You've been shouting at them!" Helen McCrory, who has died of cancer aged 52, was already established among the leading stage actors of her generation when . I have fond memories of her helping us unveil the statue of Millicent Fawcett in Parliament Square. HELEN McCrory kept her cancer diagnosis secret - and friends only found out days before she died. She blazed so brightly. McCrory played Draco Malfoy's mother in the franchise's final three films. My heart goes out to Damian and their family. And Kate Garraway cottoned on to the fact that something wasn't quite right with the star during a chat on Good Morning Britain about six weeks ago. through a code based on coughing. The actress Helen McCrory died of cancer, her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, said on Friday. ", Actor Michael Sheen, who played Tony Blair in "The Queen," said McCrory was "so funny, so passionate, so smart and one of the greatest actors of our time. She blazed so brightly. Homeland star Damian tweeted: '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. Her character is the aunt of the Shelby brothers and the unofficial head of the family. Fearlessly," Lewis wrote on Twitter. Actors Damien Lewis and his wife Helen McCrory arrive in the Royal Box on Centre Court to watch a Men's singles semifinal match on day eleven of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Friday, July 12, 2019. 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. She blazed so brightly. And Kate Garraway cottoned on to the fact that something wasn't quite right with the star during a chat on Good Morning Britain about six weeks ago. They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. RIP., Helen McCrory will be remembered not just for her remarkable stage and screen performances, but also for her selflessness and generosity, comedian, presenter and actor Matt Lucas tweeted. McCrory was best known for her roles in the films The Queen and The Special Relationship and the . She was 99. McCrory's death was announced by her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, on Friday. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". Growing up in Africa, she said she was "very much without the influence of advertising or being told what a girl should be or what I should aspire to be. Joel C Ryan/AP. While the death of the talented actress on Friday came as a shock to fans, those . Her talent and work was legendary and sublime. Kate suffered the prank gone wrong on Thursday's ITV show. "Helen and her husband Damian Lewis have kindly supported Macmillan over the years. When asked what first attracted her to the Once Upon A Time star, Helen revealed, He just made me laugh a lot. McCrorys husband, Damian Lewis, announced the news that his wife died peacefully at home aged 52. She later returned asBellatrixs sister in The Half Blood Prince, and also starred in the final two movies in the franchise. 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. ", Then Lewis came into the picture. Tributes have poured in for Helen, including from Macmillan Cancer Support. Actor Damian Lewis . We were sworn to secrecy. At one point the presenter asked her: "Are you alright Helen? 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. "Helen McCrory will be remembered not just for her remarkable stage and screen performances, but also for her selflessness and generosity," comedian Matt Lucas tweeted. McCrory also appeared on "Peaky Blinders" and "Penny Dreadful.". They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. The actressand Lewis married in 2007 after falling in love when they were both cast in the play Five Gold Rings at the off-West End Almeida Theatre back in 2003. Which Married at First Sight Australia 2022 couples are still together? Damian Lewis confirmed on April 16 that his actress wife had died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family following a heroic battle with cancer. The star was cast as Bellatrix Lestrange inHarry Potterand the Order of the Phoenix but was forced to pull out due her to pregnancy. The actor Helen McCrory has died at the age of 52. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Big-hearted Helen was known for her charity work, Helen McCrory was still doing charity work in final weeks before death from cancer aged 52, They met when starring in a play together in 2003, She played Narcissa Malfoy in the Harry Potter series, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). The Peaky Blinders star, 52, passed away after a 'heroic' battle with cancer, her husband Damian Lewis announced on Friday night. From Potter to Peaky, from Blair to Bond, Helens fearlessness made every part she played unique and unmissable. "I'm devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman who's left us far too soon," the "Harry Potter" creator J.K. Rowling tweeted. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. After being replaced by Helena Bonham Carter, Helen returned as Bellatrix's sister Narcissa Malfoy in the Half Blood Prince. "She died as she lived. While many performers struggle to find meaty female roles in film and television, McCrory played a string of them. Her body of work speaks of her extraordinary talent, what it doesnt speak of is her kindness, intelligence and sense of fun. The actress, who has died aged 52 from cancer, was best known for starring . McCrory was best known as a star of hit BBC crime drama "Peaky Blinders" and for the role of Narcissa Malfoy . "My deepest condolences to her family, especially her husband and children. The Hollywood actress, who has also starred in Skyfall and Harry Potter, only told few people about her diagnosis and continued with her charity work until a few weeks before her death. Helen and Damian, who were married for 14 years, first met in 2003 while performing in Five Gold Rings at Londons Almeida Theatre in 2003. Baby search live as remains found near where Constance Marten and Mark Gordon arrested, The pair were arrested in Stanmer Villas, Brighton on Monday night, Aston Villa summer spending plan, players set to leave and Randy Lerner payment, Ashley Preece sits down with Aston Villa supporters to mull over the biggest talking points with Crystal Palace on the horizon. 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. Amelia Wynne For Mailonline "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. McCrory's death was announced by her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, on Friday. 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. Caring Helen and Damian, who live in Suffolk, also helped feed frontline healthcare workers during the Covid pandemic. Last modified on Mon 19 Apr 2021 12.21 EDT. Lewis left the show after Season 5 to deal with a personal tragedy: his wife, famed actress Helen McCrory, passed away after a battle with breast cancer in 2021, and Lewis wanted to spend more . She blazed so brightly. Cherie Blair in The Queen and The Special Relationship. After being replaced by Helena Bonham Carter, Helen returned as Bellatrix's sister Narcissa Malfoy in the Half Blood Prince. I had a lot of admiration for this beautiful lady. 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. Cracknell, who directed McCrory in a 2014 production of Medea, said the performer did not want her illness overshadowing her family and professional life. Hollywood Life Twitter pays tribute to Helen McCrory. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". Among her many film credits was Interview with a Vampire (1994), The Count of Monte Cristo (2002), and as Cherie Blair in The Queen (2006). 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. She blazed so brightly. Fearlessly. The Peaky Blinders star died aged 52 after a "heroic" battle with cancer. ", The actress jokingly replied: "No, Ive got children! ITV Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway in x-rated wardrobe malfunction as Lorraine apologises. Much love to Damian and her family. She blazed so brightly. It always is, isn't it?". Helen McCrory was an unparalleled talent and made a difference to many young Londoners through her charity work. Apr 16, 2021, 8:58 AM. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer. It was all very, very upsetting. 'That's so clever, darling.' Top editors give you the stories you want delivered right to your inbox each weekday. "Having said that, there are a lot of things I turn down," she told The Associated Press in 2016, describing the sort of roles where "all your lines are `But what did you do at work?' Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. 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 Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. From the first moment I met her when we were just kids it was obvious she was very special. Helen McCrory Dies Of Cancer: Everything To Know About The 'Harry Potter' Star. More than 100,000 WhatsApps were leaked to the Telegraph by political journalist Isabel Oakeshott, who helped the ex-Health Secretary write his pandemic memoir. Helen then appeared in a string of films - including Interview with the Vampire in 1994 and The Queen in 2006 where she played Cherie Blair. They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. 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Cracknell said the actor informed very, very few people about her diagnosis and continued with her charity work weeks before her death. Loose Women star, who welcomed Belle earlier this month and Rose on her 32nd birthday last October, posted the adorable snap on Instagram. ", And fan Nicola Duckett added on Twitter: "This is absolutely awful news. Footage of the interview shows Damian gazing lovingly at his wife in her final TV appearance before her death on April 16, 2021. The star's cancer diagnosis had been kept quiet from the public, with Damian announcing the sad news of her passing in a statement on Friday. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Kate jokingly replied. Helen and Damian led fundraising efforts to provide hot meals for NHS staff during the pandemic. Piers Wenger, BBC director of drama, said: Helen was one of the finest actresses this country will ever see. Lewis added: [Helen] died as she lived. 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. Caring Helen and her husband, actor Damian Lewis, who lived together in Suffolk, also helped feed frontline healthcare workers during theCovidpandemic. 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. The Associated Press God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. 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Ed Sheeran's wife Cherry 'recovering well' after treatment for tumour. 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. One of her final screen performances was as a barrister in last years ITV drama Quiz, based on the scandal surrounding Charles Ingram and his wife, Diana, who were accused of conspiring to steal the jackpot in Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Live fully, take opportunities, have adventures. 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. Peaky Blinders star McCrory had appeared on Good Morning Britain with her husband just a month before her death, to discuss their charity work with the Princes Trust. Sally made the admission on Monday's programme. what kind of cancer did helen crump die from what kind of cancer did helen crump die from Im devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman whos left us far too soon. The news came as a shock to fans and the world of showbiz, as McCrory had kept her illness private. Helen died aged 52 last month (Picture: Getty) Helen McCrory 's friends only found out her cancer battle days before her death aged 52. In 2014 she starred in Alan Rickmans film A Little Chaos, opposite Kate Winslet. Heartbreaking., Actor and writer Mark Gatiss said: Unbearable and unbelievable that Helen McCrory has gone. 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She was perhaps best known for her role as Aunt Polly in the popular BBC drama Peaky Blinders. 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. The Peaky Blinders star, 52, died following a "heroic" battle with cancer. Carrie Cracknell, who directed the actress in a stage production of Medea, said those close to her "were sworn to secrecy". 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. We were sworn to secrecy. 10:52 GMT 17 Apr 2021 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. Related: Fearlessly. 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.". (Matt Sayles/AP) British actor Helen McCrory, who starred in the television show "Peaky Blinders" and . Her husband Damian Lewis broke the tragic news on April 16, saying she had died peacefully at home. Write by: 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. McCrory is survived by Lewis, who she married in 2007, and their children Manon and Gulliver. She was always relentlessly herself- razor sharp wit silver tongued kind & warm hearted she suffered no fools yet had time for everyone thank you for lighting the way forward & holding my hand when I needed it xx., Damian Lewis (@lewis_damian) April 16, 2021. Getty Images. 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 was brilliant, vivacious, and she made us laugh. 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