British actress Helen McCrory, who was married to Damian Lewis, has died suddenly at the age of just 52. ', McCrory appeared in ITV series Quiz, based on a controversy surrounding the Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? She began her career on stage in the UK. Peaky Blinders and Harry Potter star Helen McCrory dead at... Hugh Laurie, 61, is unrecognisable as he ditches his... TOWIE's Chloe Sims, James 'Lockie' Locke and Bobby Norris... and 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. She trained at the Chang-Ren Nian. Together they share a daughter Manon, 14, and son Gulliver, 13. McCrory was made an OBE in the 2017 New Year Honours for services to drama but almost missed the commendation after mistaking the notification letter for an unpaid bill for her husband. Cherie Blair in The Queen and The Special Relationship. She was quizzed by Kate Garraway on the day. It wasn't difficult; she was kind, funny, awe-inspiringly talented and was full of so much life. This is the moment a beaming Helen McCrory laughs as Damian Lewis serenades their recently married friends at a wedding held months before she died, aged 52, after a secret 'heroic battle' with cancer. She was brilliant, vivacious, and she made us laugh. Helen McCrory, who died of cancer on Friday at age 52, blazed during a multi-decade career in film, TV and onstage, with memorable roles including playing … 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. Your details from Facebook will be used to provide you with tailored content, marketing and ads in line with our Privacy Policy. To do this we will link your MailOnline account with your Facebook account. The couple were last seen during an appearance on Good Morning Britain last month, where they appeared to speak about their charity work for the Prince's Trust and the Prince's Trust Awards. We’ll ask you to confirm this for your first post to Facebook. The couple have two children together - daughter Manon born in September 2006 and son Gulliver, who was born in November 2007. Every actor looks & looked up to Helen McCrory - so brilliant and gripping and transformative and those who knew her as a friend really loved her. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Homeland star Lewis 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. Together they share a daughter Manon, 14, and son Gulliver, 13. What a tremendous loss.'. Peaky Blinders star Helen McCrory died aged 52 after a secret 'heroic battle' with cancer, her husband Damian Lewis heartbreakingly revealed on Friday. I worked with her when I was 19 and she was already one of the greatest actresses we have ever had. this is so very very sad." The Peaky Blinders and Harry Potter star, who played Polly Gray in the Birmingham-based BBC show and Narcissa Malfoy in the blockbuster wizard films, died 'peacefully' at home surrounded by friends and family, her husband said yesterday. ', Mark Gatiss added: 'Unbearable and unbelievable that Helen McCrory has gone.. A genuine firecracker with an aching vulnerability. The actress and 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. 'She was so generous with her time and her performance. The Peaky Blinders actress appeared via video link to discuss her charity work. This is too soon, too cruel. Rest in peace'. In Peaky Blinders she played Polly Gray, aunt of Cillian Murphy's Tommy Shelby and the treasurer of the Peaky Blinders crime family. Helen McCrory and Damian Lewis serenade newlyweds in photo months before her death 1 day ago 1 This is the moment a beaming Helen McCrory laughs as Damian Lewis serenades their recently married friends at a wedding held months before she died, aged 52, after a secret 'heroic battle' with cancer. 'We would like to send our condolences to her family and loved ones this evening,' it said. The Peaky Blinders actress appeared via video link … It was at the National Theatre in Stephen Beresford's the Last of the Haussmanns. She attended school in Hertfordshire, then spent a year living in Italy, before returning to London to study acting at the Drama Centre. McCrory and Homeland star Damian Lewis married in 2007 and had their daughter Manon in 2006 and son Gulliver in 2007. She attended school in Hertfordshire, then spent a year living in Italy, before returning to London to study acting at the Drama Centre. The actress's husband Damian Lewis confirmed the news of her death in a heartbreaking statement, Latest news email updates straight to your inbox. She helped make me a better actor. Fearlessly. 'And it's this fear, and it's the vulnerability coming out, and then you pick yourself up and you go along again as if nothing happened. The same year she guest starred in TV series Penny Dreadful before returning in the following series as the main antagonist. 'Helen was one of the finest actresses this country will ever see,' he said. She also had an accomplished stage career, winning plaudits for National Theatre roles in productions of Medea and Terence Rattigan's The Deep Blue Sea. The Wizarding World Twitter account, home to the Harry Potter franchise, tweeted: 'We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our beloved Helen McCrory, who played Narcissa Malfoy with such depth and brilliance in the Harry Potter film series. 'So we phoned a man called John Vincent, who's at Leon, and he was already interested, and already trying to help the NHS. The actress' … this is so very very sad." Heartwarming pictures capture the couple celebrating the occasion in London on September 24 last year by singing along to a series of classic Irish tracks, with Damian strumming the strings of his guitar. HELEN MCCRORY revealed she "felt lucky" to have met husband Damian Lewis before her death was announced yesterday By Josh Saunders PUBLISHED: 15:09, Sat, Apr 17, 2021 Love ya. Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual. Her husband, actor Damian Lewis said McCrory died “peacefully at home” after a “heroic battle with cancer.” “She died as she lived. Helen McCrory attends the premiere of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” in London, on December 16, 2015. But you feel responsible, you know you're watching the news, we're all reading it, we're all finding out what's happening over the world, and it's so overwhelming... 'It sort of seems, as Damian says, it's fantastical. In 1990 she made her stage debut as Gwendolen Fairfax in The Importance of Being Earnest at Harrogate Theatre. The part went to Helena Bonham Carter but McCrory was later cast as Bellatrix's sister Narcissa. ', Television presenter Dermot O'Leary paid tribute to McCrory, tweeting: 'Had the good fortune to meet and interview Helen McCrory a few times. “You sound a bit croaky. 'With her incisive wit and ferocious intelligence, she was one of the most charismatic and distinctive performers. Elsewhere, she appeared as Narcissa Malfoy, mother of Draco, in the final three Harry Potter films. Helen McCrory’s many brilliant performances at the NT included The Deep Blue Sea (2016), Medea (2014), The Last of the Haussmans (2012), The Seagull (1994), Trelawny of the "Wells" (1993) and Blood Wedding (1991). 'She was a wonderful actor and a very dear friend; Harry Potter fans will miss her very much. The official Twitter account for gang drama Peaky Blinders, which starred McCrory, shared a tribute to the actress. When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. McCrory was born in Paddington, London, in August 1968 to a Welsh mother and Scottish-born father, the eldest of three children. Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual. Her first pregnancy forced her to pull out of Harry Potter And The Order of the Phoenix, in which she had been cast as Bellatrix Lestrange. In 2014, she played the title role in the National Theatre's production of the Greek tragedy Medea, directed by Carrie Cracknell. Have you got a sore throat?”, The Peaky Blinders star hilariously quipped back: “I’ve got children!”. Helen was a force of nature and just so f***ing great in ALL ways.'. 'From Potter to Peaky, from Blair to Bond, Helen's fearlessness made every part she played unique and unmissable. 'My heart goes out to Damian and the family, no words of condolences will ever be enough.'. 'It was an honour to work with her and know her. British actor Helen McCrory, who starred in the television show "Peaky Blinders" and the "Harry Potter" movies, has died, her husband said Friday. Some two months before her death, McCrory appeared alongside her husband on Good Morning Britain via a video call to promote the Prince's Trust and the work it was doing during the pandemic. 'On Quiz last year & she was just so bloody cool, with funny anecdotes & stories and worrying about remembering all her lines. My love and thoughts are with Damian and her family.'. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.'. Cleaning, cooking, cleaning, cooking, cleaning, cooking. The actor Kevin McKidd, who starred opposite McCrory in the 2000 TV miniseries Anna Karenina, tweeted: 'I am utterly heartbroken to hear this.. Damian I'm sending you and the family all my love and warmth at this time. Alongside a picture of McCrory as Aunt Polly, a message said: 'All our love and thoughts are with Helen's family. Piers Wenger, BBC director of drama, paid tribute to McCrory, who starred in the broadcaster's Peaky Blinders. Lewis on Friday said that McCrory, whom he married in 2007, died "peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family," following a "heroic" cancer battle. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 18 (ANI): Veteran actor Anupam Kher on Sunday paid tribute to 'Harry Potter' actor Helen McCrory and penned … ', Rufus Sewell tweeted: 'Blindsided by this. Asa Butterfield, who starred as a young teenager opposite McCrory in the 2011 big-budget film Hugo, tweeted: 'This really really hurts. And you suddenly burst into tears. McCrory was known best for her roles as Polly Gray on Peaky … A luminous presence on stage and on screen.'. 'It was a privilege to have worked with this brilliant woman, to have shared so many laughs over the years. He wrote on Twitter: 'Very sorry to hear of the death of Helen McCrory, such a brilliant actor; heartfelt condolences to Damian Lewis, their children, and all who loved her. Peaky Blinders and Harry Potter actress Helen McCrory has died at 52 after a battle with cancer, her husband, actor Damian Lewis, has announced. It was a pleasure to work with you. She also took the role of villainous Rosanna Calvierri in the Doctor Who episode The Vampires Of Venice. By Katie Weston and Ciara Farmer and Jack Wright For Mailonline, Published: 07:28 BST, 17 April 2021 | Updated: 11:19 BST, 17 April 2021. 'She died as she lived. You lit up every room, and the world will miss you. 'As well as fearless Polly Gray in BAFTA-winning Peaky Blinders, she was in 2007 Best Film BAFTA winner The Queen, amongst many other films and TV shows,' a post on the film academy's official Twitter page said. RIP.'. 'A huge loss to my family as well as to British acting. On the fundraiser, she said at the time: 'So we decided that we wanted to try and get food to these people who were working such long hours and weren't able to. He was in attendance with his actress wife Helen for the event, McCrory had her arm in a sling as she held the song sheet so that Damian did not fluff his lines at the September 24 ceremony, Lewis wears a face covering as he holds a guitar and passes notes over to his beloved wife as onlookers at the ceremony laugh, McCrory wipes her face as she holds the documents saying Irish and Celtic song lyrics for her husband Lewis as he plays the guitar, Shocking CCTV footage of Joshua White stabbing in Hackney, Terrifying video of child being dragged under $4K Peloton treadmills, Heroic dog saves smaller dog friend from drowning in swimming pool, Hundreds turn up to Cambridghshire car boot sale after lockdown easing, Australian commodore shares Prince Philip funeral was humbling, Princess Beatrice is comforted by husband as she wipes tear, Prince Philip's funeral: William and Kate travel to Windsor, Kate Middleton arrives for Prince Philip funeral at Windsor Castle, Viral video shows mother of the groom hovering over the bride's shoulder, Steven Gerrard says he 'loved' watching Arsenal against Slavia Prague, Huw Edwards discusses Prince Philip's hearse at funeral procession, Boris Johnson observes minute's silence in memory of Prince Philip, Peaky Blinders and Harry Potter star Helen McCrory has passed away at 52 after 'heroic battle' with cancer, her husband Damian Lewis confirmed on Friday afternoon (the couple are pictured last month on Good Morning Britain), Happy times: Helen had been married to fellow actor Damian since 2007 and shared two children with him - daughter Manon, 14, and 13-year-old son Gulliver (the couple pictured in February last year), McCrory was best known for playing the matriarch Polly Gray in hit BBC crime drama Peaky Blinders, Helen pictured as Polly Gray in Peaky Blinders left, and as Narcissa Malfoy in the Potter franchise right, In his statement, Lewis said: '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'. Rev Richard Coles was among those paying tribute. The actress, who has died aged 52 from cancer, was best known for starring as matriarch Polly Gray in Birmingham-set BBC crime thriller Peaky Blinders and as politician Clair Dowar in the James Bond film Skyfall. Across a 30-year career, Helen McCrory carved out a reputation for playing fiery, complex characters on stage and screen. Really lovely company. And I know that [even] if I'm in another building he will find me and we will dance to this.'. Collecting the honour at Buckingham Palace, she told the PA news agency she was particularly thrilled to receive her gong from the Queen, saying: 'I am so excited, I am so elated.'. Pinewood Studios, the home of the James Bond films, also paid tribute in a statement. British actress Helen McCrory, who starred in the television show Peaky Blinders and the Harry Potter movies, has died, her husband said on Friday. 'Thank you Helen, for your wisdom, your talent, your generosity. 'Helen was a beautiful, caring, funny, compassionate human being. 'I could not believe that THE Helen McCrory was pacing up & down, worried about lines, she was so down to earth & openly vulnerable, all for the craft & being as good as possible. Your talent, humanity and passion for life will be remembered by me and everyone your life touched with deep gratitude. The 52-year-old breathed her last at her residence after a long battle with cancer. Helen McCrory's final appearance in the spotlight came on Good Morning Britain just last month. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. In September 2019, they were on hand to help honour finance workers killed in September 11 attacks, as they took calls on behalf of their chosen charity Cure EB. 'So sad to hear this news,' he tweeted. Our thoughts are with her family. 'Then we watched her in the courtroom pretty much do a one-woman monologue and be incredibly excellent and not forget a thing. Her passing comes after she joined Lewis on the BBC Coronavirus Newscast podcast to discuss the difficulties she's been feeling in the pandemic. Comedian Matt Lucas, who worked with McCrory on the FeedNHS campaign to supply food for NHS staff amid the pandemic, tweeted: 'Helen McCrory will be remembered not just for her remarkable stage and screen performances, but also for her selflessness and generosity. Helen along with Damien were both terrific fun on Bill. You can choose on each post whether you would like it to be posted to Facebook. Helen McCrory's final appearance in the spotlight came on Good Morning Britain just last month. The comments below have not been moderated. 'Helen , we love you. Thank you for the messages of condolence and sympathy which people have sent. The 33-year-old Harry Potter actor took to Instagram on Saturday to pay tribute to his on-screen mother and late co-star. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Rest In Peace dear one. She blazed so brightly. By posting your comment you agree to our house rules. She also portrayed Cherie Blair in both 2006's The Queen and 2010's The Special Relationship, royal and political dramas written by The Crown's Peter Morgan. Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this incredibly sad time.'. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer. She won … 'And together we started a campaign to try and raise £1 million to feed NHS, which the front line was London initially, and as we're getting closer to that million, we're taking that out nationwide.'. show, McCrory pictured second from the right alongside Jason Isaacs, Tom Felton and Helena Bonham Carter for Harry Potter, Damian Lewis receives an OBE pictured with Helen McCrory at Buckingham Palace in November 2014, Helen McCrory and Jerry Hall at the Prince's Trust 'Invest In Futures' Gala, London, in February 2016. 'I bumped into her and Damian many times over the past ten or so years and she was always the same; full of warmth, cheekiness and fun. Her other movie roles included playing MP Clair Dowar in Skyfall and Cherie Blair in The Queen and The Special Relationship. What a talent we have lost.'. Simply heartbreaking news.'. ', A spokesman for the Old Vic said: 'We are devastated to hear of the loss of Helen McCrory. She blazed so brightly. Last year, they held a fundraiser in which they hoped to raise £1million to give hot meals to busy NHS staff who are working tirelessly during the coronavirus crisis. As well as Narcissa Malfoy in Harry Potter she graced Pinewood and Shepperton with her presence for roles in Skyfall, Hugo, Their Finest and many more. McCrory was born in Paddington, London, to a Welsh mother and Scottish-born father and was the eldest of three children. ", "She died as she lived. She was also a deeply beloved member of this theatre's broader community. 'We are devastated to hear of the passing of Helen McCrory, unquestionably one of the great actors of her generation,' Mr Norris said in a statement. Helen McCrory, the popular actress who is best known for her roles in Harry Potter and Peaky Blinders, passed away. Good Morning Britain's Ben Shephard interviewed Helen last month Credit: Rex EastEnders actor Jake Wood said: "I am devastated to hear of the passing of Helen McCrory … 'Helen McCrory was an unparalleled talent and made a difference to many young Londoners through her charity work. From the first moment I met her when we were just kids it was obvious she was very special. … You think you're absolutely fine, you're pottering along, you're coping with it. Brian Welk | April 16, 2021 @ 9:05 AM Last Updated: April 16, 2021 @ 9:31 AM Photo: Getty Images. 'I will dearly miss my pal. Alongside husband and Homeland star Damian Lewis, McCrory delved into the details of the pair’s new work with charity the Prince's Trust. McCrory once revealed on Desert Island Discs how one song could make Lewis appear at her side if it came on at a party. The world has just lost some of its sparkle. Peaky Blinders and Harry Potter actress Helen McCrory has died aged 52. Bafta said it was 'sad' to hear of McCrory's death. Her husband Damian Lewis described her as 'beautiful and mighty' after revealing she lost her cancer battle. Rufus Norris, the artistic director of the National Theatre, said McCrory was 'unquestionably one of the great actors of her generation'. Harry Potter author JK Rowling said on Twitter: '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. Alongside a photo of McCrory, actress Dame Helen Mirren wrote on Instagram: "A great actress and a great person. Tom Felton is honoring Helen McCrory. The actress's husband Damian Lewis confirmed the news of her death in a heartbreaking statement. ', McCrory also played MP Clair Dowar in the 2012 James Bond film Skyfall alongside Daniel Craig (right), and last year appeared in the Hugh Laurie drama Roadkill on the BBC (left), Helen McCrory attends the Virgin Media British Academy Television Awards 2019 at The Royal Festival Hall on May 12, 2019, Damian Lewis and Helen McCrory at the 64th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles in September 2012, Helen McCrory is made an OBE at Buckingham Palace in London, in November 2017, Helen McCrory and Jennifer Saunders at the British Vogue Centenary Gala Dinner in London in May 2016, Countess of Wessex and daughter seen walking down high street, Gogglebox's Jenny and Mary in tears for Prince Philip's death news, Actress Michelle Collins tweeted: 'I'm really shocked so so sad I had the pleasure of meeting her and briefly worked with her, she certainly was a Tour de force, clever, charming and fierce and a brilliant actor my heart goes out to Damian and her family, bloody cancer I hate you!!'. 'I will always remember the scenes we shared in that play. She said: 'We're all doing our bit and not going out. I have many fond memories of her. ', Actor and director Noel Clarke said: 'RIP #HelenMcCrory you were the best and always lovely to me. She had her arm in a sling, nearly a year after she used a scarf to support the same limb during a night out, as she held the song sheet so that Damian did not fluff his lines. Much love to Damian and her family. He penned: "I'm heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully as home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family. She chose Pull Up to the Bumper by Grace Jones on the Radio 4 programme and said: 'If ever I want him at a party and I can't see where he is - and it won't surprise you to hear that's quite often - I will go to the DJ and say put this song on. We will automatically post your comment and a link to the news story to your Facebook timeline at the same time it is posted on MailOnline. It said: 'We're sad to hear of the untimely passing of British actor Helen McCrory. image copyright Getty Images. Actor Jim Howick, who worked with McCrory and her husband on the 2015 comedy film Bill, tweeted: 'This is so shocking and sad. And it's very surreal.'. Alongside a photo of McCrory, actress Dame Helen Mirren wrote on Instagram: "A great actress and a great person. Blessings to Damian and the family. Helen McCrory is pictured looking care-free and beautiful in photographs with her husband Damian Lewis at a wedding last September.. McCrory and Lewis led fundraising efforts to provide hot meals for NHS staff during the pandemic. This one has hit me hard. Comedian John Bishop tweeted: 'I am shattered to hear this news . Helen McCrory, the British actress best known for her roles in the 'Harry Potter' films and 'Peaky Blinders,' has died, her husband, actor Damian Lewis, announced on Friday. On television, she appeared in Doctor Who, Inside No 9 and His Dark Materials, and last year appeared in the Hugh Laurie drama Roadkill on the BBC and ITV's Quiz. She was amazing. 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