Michael Gambon
British actor (1940–2023)
Michael Gambon, the British actor best known for portraying Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight Harry Potter films, died on September 27, 2023, at the age of 82. He passed away peacefully in a hospital in Witham, Essex, England, following a bout of pneumonia, with his wife Anne and son Fergus by his side. Gambon took over the role of Dumbledore after the death of Richard Harris in 2002 and brought a warm, wise, and mischievous presence to the character throughout the later films in the series. His performance earned widespread acclaim, and he was remembered fondly by co-stars and fans alike for his immense talent and humor.
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Born Michael John Gambon
(1940-10-19)19 October 1940
Cabra, Dublin, Ireland
(1940-10-19)19 October 1940
Cabra, Dublin, Ireland
Citizenship Ireland
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Born Michael John Gambon
(1940-10-19)19 October 1940
Cabra, Dublin, Ireland
(1940-10-19)19 October 1940
Cabra, Dublin, Ireland
Citizenship Ireland
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
NYTimes
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Michael Gambon, Dumbledore in the ‘Harry Potter’ Films, Dies at 82 - The New York Times
September 29, 2023 - Michael Gambon as Professor Albus Dumbledore in “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” (2009). He took over the role after Richard Harris, who had originated it, died in 2002.Credit...Jaap Buitendijk/Warner Brothers Pictures ...
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Michael Gambon, 'Harry Potter' actor who played Dumbledore, dies at 82 - ABC News
September 28, 2023 - Michael Gambon, the Irish actor who played Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films, has died at 82.
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The Loss of Richard Harris’s Dumbledore is Frustrating in Retrospective (I don’t like Michael Gambon’s Portrayal)
I think Gambon being more over the top is a result of bad direction. His worst performance by far is in GoF and if you look at all of the performances in that movie, they’re all kind of weird and over the top. Look back at PoA and you’ll see that Gambon has a very whimsical performance similar to Harris. More on reddit.com
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October 31, 2024Harry Potter and Gosford Park actor Sir Michael Gambon has died
Legit was not ready for this news. RIP Dumbledore. More on reddit.com
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August 22, 2023Harry Potter's Dumbledore actor Sir Michael Gambon has died at the age of 82.
The original Dumbledore died in 2002... Richard Harris This is (was) Dumbledore 2 More on reddit.com
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January 16, 2023Richard Harris was the perfect Dumbledore and it’s so unfortunate he passed away with just two films under his belt.
I support this also. Richard Harris was something special and his Dumbledore was very special. More on reddit.com
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June 19, 2022CBC News
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Michael Gambon, Dumbledore in Harry Potter films, dead at 82 | CBC News
September 28, 2023 - Veteran actor Michael Gambon, who was known to many for his portrayal of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight Harry Potter films, has died, his publicist said Thursday. He was 82.
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Michael Gambon - Wikipedia
1 week ago - Fox (2009). He gained wider recognition through his role of Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter film series from 2004 to 2011, replacing Richard Harris following his death in 2002.
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r/harrypotter on Reddit: The Loss of Richard Harris’s Dumbledore is Frustrating in Retrospective (I don’t like Michael Gambon’s Portrayal)
October 31, 2024 -
After reading the books, I have been watching the films for the first time ever (Just finished Goblet of Fire for those wondering). I was aware the Richard Harris died after the Chamber of Secrets was filmed, but wasn’t aware of how truly spectacular and accurate his Dumbledore portrayal truly was. I think Micheal Gambian is a good actor, but he just does not capture Dumbledore like Harris did. The softness and calmness of how he handled his character is just perfect when compared to the books, and I truly wish (I know it wasn’t his fault, but I’m just made at this shear reality) that we got all of Richard Harris’s Dumbledore.
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I think Gambon being more over the top is a result of bad direction. His worst performance by far is in GoF and if you look at all of the performances in that movie, they’re all kind of weird and over the top. Look back at PoA and you’ll see that Gambon has a very whimsical performance similar to Harris.
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I think the switch was actually beneficial. The whimsical way he was portrayed by Harris goes along with the mystical way young Harry views Dumbledore. As Harry ages, and sees Dumbledore as an actual person, the Gambon portrayal is more suitable, giving him more emotion and character.
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March 10, 2025 - He was 82. “We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon," the statement began. "Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital with his wife Anne and son Fergus at his bedside."
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Michael Gambon, actor who played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter' films, dies at 82
Actor Michael Gambon, known for playing Professor Albus Dumbledore in multiple “Harry Potter” movies has died, his family said in a statement Thursday.
Published September 29, 2023
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Michael Gambon, veteran British actor who played Dumbledore, dies at age 82 | PBS News
September 28, 2023 - LONDON (AP) — Veteran actor Michael Gambon, who was known to many for his portrayal of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight “Harry Potter” films, has died, his publicist said Thursday.
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r/harrypotter on Reddit: Harry Potter and Gosford Park actor Sir Michael Gambon has died
August 22, 2023 - Rest in peace, Sir Michael Gambon. ... The world is big enough that there’s a probability that someone was watching HBP and came to the Astronomy tower scene just right when his flame went extinct.
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Michael Gambon, Dumbledore actor in ‘Harry Potter,’ dies age 82 | CNN
September 29, 2023 - Actor Michael Gambon, best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in most of the “Harry Potter” movies, has died at 82 following a “bout of pneumonia,” a statement issued on behalf of his family said on Thursday, PA Media news agency reported.
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Michael Gambon Dies: Harry Potter's Dumbledore Was 82
September 28, 2023 - Michael Gambon, best known for his role as Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in six of the "Harry Potter" movies, has died. He was 82.
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r/lastimages on Reddit: Harry Potter's Dumbledore actor Sir Michael Gambon has died at the age of 82.
January 16, 2023 - ACTOR WHO PLAYS HARRY POTTER'S DUMBLEDORE DIES AT AGE 82 Remembering Michael Gambon: A Legendary...
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'Harry Potter' Star Maggie Smith Died Exactly 1 Year After Dumbledore Actor Michael Gambon
September 27, 2024 - Peter O'Toole Almost Replaced Late Friend Richard Harris as Dumbledore in the 'Harry Potter' Films · Gambon died "peacefully" in the hospital late in the evening of Sept. 27, 2023, a representative for the Irish-born British actor confirmed ...
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Michael Gambon, Actor Who Played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter,' Dies at 82 | Academy
September 28, 2023 - Sir Michael Gambon, the celebrated theater actor perhaps best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter movies, died on Wednesday.
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Michael Gambon dies at 82 — he played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter' : NPR
September 28, 2023 - "We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon," read a statement from his publicist. "Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital with his wife Anne and son Fergus at his bedside, following a bout of Pneumonia."
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Michael Gambon, Actor Known for Playing Dumbledore in Harry Potter Films, Dead at 82
September 28, 2023 - Sir Michael Gambon, the actor known for playing Dumbledore in the 'Harry Potter' films, has died at age 82, his representative confirmed to PEOPLE in a statement Thursday
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Michael Gambon, Harry Potter actor who played Dumbledore, dies at 82 - The Washington Post
September 28, 2023 - Michael Gambon, a craggy-faced fixture of the stage and screen who acquired a reputation as one of Britain’s finest actors — subtle, versatile, endlessly surprising — before winning over a new generation of viewers as Albus Dumbledore, ...
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'Harry Potter' star Sir Michael Gambon, who played Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight franchise films, has died. He was 82. The official Harry Potter accou...
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Michael Gambon, veteran actor who played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter' films, dies at age 82
September 29, 2023 - Michael Gambon, the Irish-born actor knighted for his long and storied career on the stage and screen and who gained admiration from a new generation of moviegoers with his portrayal of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight ...
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When did the original Dumbledore actor die, and what is the name of the actor who replaced him? - Quora
Answer (1 of 3): Richard Harris was the original Albus Dumbledore, but he died in 2002 from Hodgkin’s disease. Harris’s Dumbledore was quite good, he did played Dumbledore’s kinder side and added a bit of humor, but because of his illness, ...