On October 14th local time, Scottish actor Robbie Courtlany died in the hospital at the age of 72. His agent Belinda Wright announced the sad news.
Kowtraney was born in 1950 in a middle-class family in Ruthelgren, Scotland. His real name is Anthony Robert MacMillan. Although has developed a strong interest in film and performance since childhood, at the age of 18, Kautlani chose to become a student of painting at the Glasgow Art Institute . However, he probably didn't have much confidence in his painting level. After graduation, he simply gave up painting and changed his career to become a stand-up comedian. His stage name is Robbie Coltrane from the jazz saxophone performer John Coltrane whom he admired.
Because of his tall figure and unique appearance, Courtlany began to have the opportunity to perform in some TV series and movies in the 1980s. He was basically a small role. During this period, he also had to fight alcoholism and obesity. His girlfriend, who had been dating for 15 years, also left him.
Until 1993, after Courtlany upgraded to become a father, he finally waited for the turning point of his career. The TV series "Cracker" starring the starring male lead was very popular as soon as it was broadcast. He himself became a household name in the UK, and won the Best Actor Award for the British Academy of Film and Television Arts TV Award for his wonderful performance in the drama for three consecutive years.
's rapid rise in fame made Courtlany play a villain in the movies "007: Golden Eye " and "007: Black Sun Crisis ", but his most familiar and favorite character is Ruber Hager, the mixed-race giant in the " Harry Potter " series.
According to the author of "Harry Potter", J.K. Rowling , Courtlany is the first candidate for Ruber Hager and one of the first actors to be confirmed. When the film crew solicited her casting opinions, she replied without hesitation, "Maggie Smith plays Professor McGonagall, and Courtlany plays Ruber Hager."
Courtlany did not disappoint J.K. Rowling's trust and expectations. He successfully interpreted the classic role of Ruber Hager. Agent Belinda Wright also said in the statement that "Hagie brings joy to children and adults around the world. Since the movie was released, they have received letters from fans every week."
After the news of Courtlany's death was announced, J.K. Rowling, the official account of "Harry Potter" and starring Daniel Radcliffe and other industry insiders who once worked with Courtlany expressed their condolences to him on social platforms.
J.K. Rowling gave Courtlany a high evaluation. She praised Courtlany for being unparalleled among the people she knew and being an amazing genius. Working with him and laughing happily together made her feel extremely lucky.
In the past two years, J.K. Rowling has caused criticism for her speech on some social issues. Many people attacked her on social platforms. Some actors in "Harry Potter" chose to draw a line with her and protect themselves. However, in an interview, Courtlany was willing to speak out for Rowling . He said that he did not think Rowling intended to offend anyone, but many people's performance on social platforms seemed to be waiting to be offended. At the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter, Courtlany also praised Rowling's creation for being full of power.
Maybe Courtlany is grateful to Rowling for her kindness, but his performance outside the movie shows that Rowling is not wrong. He is the kind, gentle and generous Hagrid in the movie.
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