His performances were beloved by generations of film fans.
The beloved actor Alan Rickman has sadly passed away this afternoon aged 69 after a battle with cancer.
Rickman was a much-beloved star of stage and screen and his performances in the likes of Die Hard, Michael Collins, Dogma and the Harry Potter movies.
As an actor, he had one of the most commanding on-screen personalities but away from screen, there have been numerous tributes posted about his incredible decency as a man.
Thousands of people have been quick to show their appreciation, love and sadness at the news of his passing. RIP.
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