Harry Potter Cast: Deaths Chronologically

The loss of members from the original *Harry Potter* cast is deeply felt by fans worldwide, who honor their memory with a poignant "wands up" tribute. These actors were more than just characters on screen; they were part of our journey growing up. Here, we remember all the beloved *Harry Potter* cast members we've sadly lost over the years.

Harry Potter Cast Member Deaths, In Chronological Order

The first *Harry Potter* movie premiered in 2001, marking the beginning of a magical journey that has now spanned over two decades. Unfortunately, this passage of time has also meant bidding farewell to several cherished actors who brought the Wizarding World to life.

Richard Harris – Original Dumbledore

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

Robert Knox – Marcus Belby

Robert Knox played Marcus Belby, a member of the Slug Club in *The Half-Blood Prince*. Tragically, he was stabbed and died in 2008 at just 18 years old. His role was not recast for the subsequent films.

Elizabeth Spriggs – Original Fat Lady

Elizabeth Spriggs portrayed the Fat Lady, the guardian of Gryffindor Tower. Her role was recast for *The Prisoner of Azkaban* due to a new look and location for the portrait. Spriggs passed away in 2008 at the age of 78.

Timothy Bateson – Kreacher

Timothy Bateson provided the voice for Kreacher, the Black family house elf, in *The Order of the Phoenix*. He died in 2009 at the age of 83, before the series concluded. Simon McBurney took over the role for the remaining films.

Jimmy Gardner – Knight Bus Driver Ernie

Jimmy Gardner's brief but memorable appearance as the Knight Bus driver Ernie in *Prisoner of Azkaban* left a lasting impression. He passed away in 2010 at the age of 85.

Alfred Burke – Armando Dippet

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

Richard Griffiths – Uncle Vernon Dursley

Richard Griffiths, known for his iconic line "No post on Sundays" as Vernon Dursley, appeared in all *Harry Potter* films. He passed away in 2013 from heart surgery complications at the age of 65.

Peter Cartwright – Original Elphias Doge

Peter Cartwright portrayed Elphias Doge in *The Order of the Phoenix*. He died before the filming of *The Deathly Hallows: Part I*, leading to the role being recast. Cartwright passed away in 2013 at the age of 78.

Dave Legeno – Fenrir Greyback

Dave Legeno brought the terrifying werewolf Fenrir Greyback to life. He tragically died from heatstroke while hiking in 2014 at the age of 50.

Derek Deadman – Original Leaky Cauldron Landlord Tom

Derek Deadman played Tom, the landlord of the Leaky Cauldron, in the first *Harry Potter* film. He died in 2014 from diabetes complications, and the role was recast for later films.

David Ryall – Elphias Doge (Deathly Hallows)

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

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Alan Rickman – Professor Severus Snape

Alan Rickman portrayed the complex character of Severus Snape in all eight *Harry Potter* films. He died from pancreatic cancer in 2016 at the age of 69.

Terence Bayler – The Bloody Baron

Terence Bayler played the silent but eerie Slytherin ghost, the Bloody Baron. He passed away in 2016 at the age of 86.

Hazel Douglas – Bathilda Bagshot

Hazel Douglas portrayed Bathilda Bagshot, the author of *A History of Magic*, in *The Deathly Hallows: Part I*. She died in 2016 at the age of 92.

John Hurt – Ollivander

Sir John Hurt brought the wandmaker Ollivander to life in the *Harry Potter* films. He died of pancreatic cancer in early 2017, shortly after his 77th birthday.

Sam Beazley – Portrait of Professor Everard

Sam Beazley portrayed the portrait of Professor Everard in *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*. He passed away in 2017 at the remarkable age of 101.

Robert Hardy – Cornelius Fudge

Robert Hardy played the bumbling yet likable Minister of Magic, Cornelius Fudge. He passed away in 2017 at the age of 91.

Verne Troyer – Griphook

Verne Troyer played Griphook the goblin in *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone*, though Warwick Davis provided the voice. Troyer sadly died from complications of alcohol intoxication, later ruled a suicide, in 2018.

Paul Ritter – Eldred Worple

Paul Ritter played Eldred Worple, a minor character and former student of Professor Horace Slughorn, in *Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince*. He died of a brain tumor in 2021 at the age of 54.

Helen McCrory – Narcissa Malfoy

Helen McCrory portrayed Narcissa Malfoy, Draco's mother, in the *Harry Potter* series. She died of cancer in 2021 at the age of 52.

Robbie Coltrane – Hagrid

Robbie Coltrane brought the beloved half-giant Hagrid to life in all eight *Harry Potter* films. He passed away from organ failure in 2022 at the age of 72.

Leslie Phillips – The Sorting Hat

Leslie Phillips was the voice behind Hogwarts' Sorting Hat, though he never appeared on screen. He died in 2022 at the age of 98.

Michael Gambon – Dumbledore (Prisoner of Azkaban onwards)

Sir Michael Gambon took over the role of Professor Albus Dumbledore starting with the third *Harry Potter* film. He passed away after suffering from pneumonia in 2023 at the age of 82.

Maggie Smith – Professor McGonagall

Dame Maggie Smith portrayed the stern yet caring Professor McGonagall in all eight *Harry Potter* films. She passed away in September 2024 at the age of 89.

Simon Fisher-Becker – Fat Friar

Simon Fisher-Becker appeared as the jovial ghost, the Fat Friar, in the first *Harry Potter* movie, *The Philosopher’s Stone*. He passed away in March 2025 at the age of 63.

These are all the *Harry Potter* cast members we've lost, listed in the order of their passing. Their contributions to the magical world will never be forgotten.

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*The above article was updated on 3/10/2025 by Escapist Editorial to include additional Harry Potter cast member.*