British actor Robbie Coltrane, Hagrid in 'Harry Potter', dies at 72

British actor Robbie Coltrane, world famous for playing Hagrid, the giant who takes care of the gardens and forests of the Hogwarts school of magic in the films of the 'Harry Potter' saga, has died this Friday at the age of 72, as his agent has informed Reuters.

"It was a role that brought joy to children and adults alike, and one that has seen him receive a river of fan letters every week for the past 20 years," the agent said in a statement.

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