McCrory played Draco Malfoy's mother in the franchise's final three films. Later, the Homeland star wrote in the Sunday Times of his wifes generosity and humour, saying: She has been utterly heroic in her illness. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. My deepest condolences to her family, especially her husband and children. 12:17 GMT 17 Apr 2021. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Access unlimited streaming of movies and TV shows with Amazon Prime Video Sign up now for a 30-day free trial. So sad to say farewell so suddenly I never took the chance to tell her , but she helped shape me as a person so much on & off screen, he captioned his IG photo, which showed the pair in a scene from the movie. Kate suffered the prank gone wrong on Thursday's ITV show. When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you. 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. After being replaced by Helena Bonham Carter, Helen returned as Bellatrix's sister Narcissa Malfoy in the Half Blood Prince. Rest in peace.. 1: Greece train disaster, Poilievre wants inquiry, but accepts 2021 election results, Ont. "For those working with infectious diseases, these messages of kindness and gratefulness its about the safest hug you can give an ITU worker at the moment. Lord Bethell said the concern about pets underlined how little was known about the disease at the outbreak of the pandemic in 2020. ", Helen's fans expressed shock at her passing, with one tweeting: "Brave lady and so sad for her family to lose her at such a young age. McCrory was best known for her role as Aunt Polly in the BBC series Peaky Blinders, which is currently filming its final series. Helen McCrory will be remembered not just for her remarkable stage and screen performances, but also for her selflessness and generosity. What a tremendous loss.". None of us knew what she was battling. She said: "Helen wanted to be very private about her illness and I understand why. Host Kate Garraway asked if the actress had a sore throat, saying she sounded a bit croaky, with McCrory joking: No, Ive got children.. wrote in the Sunday Times of his wifes generosity and humour, Grammys makes major changes to awards process after criticism of secret committees, Britney Spears father said popstar had dementia in conservatorship documents, BBC documentary claims, Do not sell or share my personal information. The 'beautiful and mighty' actress, who played Polly Gray in Peaky Blinders and Narcissa Malfoy in Harry Potter, died 'peacefully' at home surrounded by friends and family. Tributes have poured in for Helen, including from Macmillan Cancer Support. SHOCKED stars have been paying tribute to actress Helen McCrory following her tragic death. It tweeted on April 16: "We're deeply saddened to hear the news that Helen McCrory has died of cancer. McCrory was best known as a star of hit BBC crime drama "Peaky Blinders" and for the role of Narcissa Malfoy . "She died as she lived. Fearlessly. through a code based on coughing. By 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. Her character is the aunt of the Shelby brothers and the unofficial head of the family. By Alexia Fernndez. Carol's mystery man - who she is engaged to - has been revealed today. Helen McCrory died of cancer last month Credit: Getty. "It was a privilege to have worked with this brilliant woman, to have shared so many laughs over the years. 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? Helen McCrory, the Peaky Blinders actor who died from cancer on Friday, swore friends to secrecy as she underwent treatment, her friend Carrie Cracknell said in a radio tribute. Helen had last appeared on TV six weeks ago on Good Morning Britain to talk about her and Damian's charity work feeding frontline healthcare workers during the Covid pandemic. Her character is the aunt of the Shelby brothers and the unofficial head of the family. She also starred in the final two films in the franchise. She was 52. 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. However, she was originallycast as Bellatrix Lestrange in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, but pulled out of the film when she fell pregnant. Thoughts with Damian and family. She and Damian were the motor driving FeedNHS, working tirelessly during the pandemic to raise millions for others. Harry Potter fans would recall Helen took on a memorable role as Narcissa Malfoy, the mother of Draco Malfoy, in the iconic film series. 10:52 GMT 17 Apr 2021 They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. Peaky Blinders creator Stephen Knight pays touching tribute to Helen McCroy, Peaky Blinders' Cillian Murphy leads cast tributes to 'dear friend' and co-star Helen McCrory, Stacey Solomon fans warn they 'may unfollow her' after Belle and Rose snap. There was, however, a hint that something was amiss during a recent TV interview. "She died as she lived. Have your say in the comments section below, Snow to hit UK live updates amid new Beast from the East and Met Office prediction, Cold temperatures are forecast across the country, Vodafone customers issued major price warning as mobile tariffs set to increase, Prices will rise by more than 14 per cent, NHS rolls out UK-wide prescription change with GPs and pharmacists given new powers. The Peaky Blinders star died aged 52 after a "heroic" battle with cancer. They tied the knot in 2007 at Kensington and Chelsea Registry Office, and went on to have two children: daughter Manon, born in 2006 and son Gulliver, born in 2007. The actress Helen McCrory died of cancer, her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, said on Friday. Sending so much love to you all xxx'. We were sworn to secrecy. The Peaky Blinders star, 52, died following a "heroic" battle with cancer. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". "My deepest condolences to her family, especially her husband and children. My heart goes out to Damian and their family. Blessings to Damian and the family., The official Twitter account for the Old Vic theatre in London said: We are devastated to hear of the loss of Helen McCrory. His Homeland co-star David Harewood has since revealed his shock about the Helen's hidden health battle. Her generosity has extended to encouraging us three to live. "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. Funny, generous, some wicked stories. HELEN McCrory kept her cancer diagnosis secret - and friends only found out days before she died. Damian did such a tremendous job in publicly handling all that.". The 55-year-old actor told The Mirror: Damian got in touch a couple of days before the news broke, he let us all know. Another of her most memorable roles was as the matriarch figure Polly Gray in the BBC series Peaky Blinders, for which she received critical raves. The death of the Peaky Blinders and Harry Potter star was shared in a heartbreaking post by her actor husband, Damian Lewis. Amelia Wynne For Mailonline Across a 30-year career, Helen McCrory carved out a reputation for playing fiery, complex characters on stage and screen. He said: "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. The actress Helen McCrory died of cancer, her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, said on Friday. Fearlessly. Together they share a daughter Manon, 14, and son Gulliver, 13. My love and thoughts are with Damian and her family. "You've been shouting at them!" I had a lot of admiration for this beautiful lady. (Matt Sayles/AP) British actor Helen McCrory, who starred in the television show "Peaky Blinders" and . 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. 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. She blazed so brightly. 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It was a very remarkable thing," the director added. After her husband Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, McCrorys husband and fellow actor Damian Lewis pays tribute to beautiful and mighty woman, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. It's not known when the star was diagnosed with cancer. 1 of 101. McCrory began her career on the stage performing at London's West End before appearing in films including "Interview With the Vampire" (1994), "Casanova" (2005), and "The Queen" (2006). A Place in the Sun star posted the picture on Instagram. Her body of work speaks of her extraordinary talent, what it doesnt speak of is her kindness, intelligence and sense of fun. J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) April 16, 2021. 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. Her need to be fully alive and be committed and to take things incredibly seriously, such as her family and charity work, defined her last few years for her as much as ever.. Something went wrong, please try again later. They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. man facing 96 charges in child abuse investigation, Harry, Meghan asked to leave U.K. home in further royal rift, Long-lost ship found in Lake Huron, confirming tragic story, Nanos seat projections show Conservatives with clear advantage after Liberals slip, U.S. CDC warns of rise in 'extensively drug-resistant' shigella bacteria infections. Stay up to date with what you want to know. ", "She died as she lived. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. Actress Helen McCrory showed signs of her illness as she made her final TV appearance on Good Morning Britain last month.. 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. 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