Her generosity has extended to encouraging us three to live. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Her character is the aunt of the Shelby brothers and the unofficial head of the family. By McCrorys husband, Damian Lewis, announced the news that his wife died peacefully at home aged 52. Helen and Damian, who were married for 14 years, first met in 2003 while performing in Five Gold Rings at Londons Almeida Theatre in 2003. She blazed so brightly. 16 2021, Published 7:58 p.m. Cracknell added that McCrory faced up to cancer with a level of bravery and humour that was completely extraordinary. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. were both starring at a theater production of "Five Gold Rings" in London. Of course, everyone in life wants someone to love and be loved by, but I think I was always just engrossed and involved in work. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". The Peaky Blinders star, 52, passed away after a 'heroic' battle with cancer, her husband Damian Lewis announced on Friday night. Fearlessly. Funny, generous, some wicked stories. Helen added, For those working with infectious diseases, these messages of kindness and gratefulness its about the safest hug you can give an ICU worker at the moment. "She died as she lived. His Homeland co-star David Harewood has since revealed his shock about the Helen's hidden health battle. Caring Helen and her husband, actor Damian Lewis, who lived together in Suffolk, also helped feed frontline healthcare workers during theCovidpandemic. Live fully, take opportunities, have adventures. 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. British actor Helen McCrory, who starred in the television show "Peaky Blinders" and the "Harry Potter" movies, has died, her husband said Friday. McCrory played Narcissa Malfoy in the "Harry Potter" film series and Polly Gray in "Peaky Blinders." Top editors give you the stories you want delivered . Love Island fans' horror as axed Olivia handed power to destroy TWO other stars, Frogmore eviction shows King's drawn a line with Harry, Strictly star bags life-changing EastEnders role as part of new family, Baby's body found after huge search as cops quiz Constance Marten & lover, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. More than 100,000 WhatsApps were leaked to the Telegraph by political journalist Isabel Oakeshott, who helped the ex-Health Secretary write his pandemic memoir. She said: "Helen wanted to be very private about her illness and I understand why. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer. She was 52 years old. Her husband, actor Damian Lewis, said Friday that McCrory died peacefully at home after a "heroic battle with cancer. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP, File). He wrote: Im heartbroken to announce that after an heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family.. I will dearly miss my pal. She also starred in the final two films in the franchise. ", 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. And still does, she toldThe Sun. I had a lot of admiration for this beautiful lady. Much love to Damian and her family. 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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The star's cancer diagnosis had been kept quiet from the public, with Damian announcing the sad news of her passing in a statement on Friday. Sending love to her family., Im absolutely gutted by the passing of Helen McCrory, wrote Its a Sin star Callum Scott Howells. British actor Helen McCrory, who starred in the television show "Peaky Blinders" and the "Harry Potter" movies, has died, her husband said Friday. McCrory is survived by Lewis, who she married in 2007, and their children Manon and Gulliver. ", "Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling tweeted that she was "devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman who's left us far too soon.". She and Damian were the motor driving FeedNHS, working tirelessly during the pandemic to raise millions for others. VERY few people knew of Harry Potter and Peaky Blinder star Helen McCrory's cancer battle, says a pal. The type of cancer which sadly led to Helen McCrory's death has not as yet been revealed to the public. At the same theatre, she excelled as a woman caught between a dull husband and a feckless lover in Terence Rattigan's "The Deep Blue Sea" in 2016. From Potter to Peaky, from Blair to Bond, Helens fearlessness made every part she played unique and unmissable. When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer. 12:17 GMT 17 Apr 2021. It's not known when the star was diagnosed with cancer. She blazed so brightly. "She died as she . British actress Helen McCrory has tragically passed away at the age of 52, following a battle with cancer. `And then what did you do? 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. 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. So funny, so passionate, so smart and one of the greatest actors of our time, he tweeted. Helen McCrory earned acclaim for her roles on both the stage and the screen. drama Roadkill on the BBC and ITV's Quiz. Sally made the admission on Monday's programme. Wolves 'make enquiry' about potential Ruben Neves replacement, Wolverhampton Wanderers news from BirminghamLive as Wolves are linked with talented Sporting Lisbon midfielder Manuel Ugarte as doubts grow over the future of Ruben Neves, Alesha Dixon says ITV Britain's Got Talent co-star Bruno Tonioli has been 'bruising her'. You sound a bit croaky, have you got a sore throat? Carrie said her friend didn't want to highlight her illness as she was determined to concentrate on her career, while continuing to fundraise for hospital staff devastated by the coronavirus pandemic. Born in Paddington, England, to a Welsh mother and Scottish father, McCrory enjoyed a successful career across stage and screen. Helen then appeared in a string of films - including Interview with the Vampire in 1994 and The Queen in 2006 where she played Cherie Blair. 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. A true legend., Damian Lewis and Helen McCrory at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards, Actor and writer Ben Willbond tweeted: Heartbroken at the news that Helen McCrory has died. Footage of the interview shows Damian gazing lovingly at his wife in her final TV appearance before her death on April 16, 2021. Love ya. Her husband, Lewis, a fellow actor, announced McCrorys death on Twitter. It was an honour to work with her and know her. Homeland star Damian tweeted: 'I'm heartbroken to announce that after a 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. BBC Breakfast star Carol Kirkwood's mystery fiance unveiled as toyboy 13 years her junior. On television, she appeared in Doctor Who, Inside No 9 and His Dark Materials, and last year appeared in the Hugh Lauriedrama Roadkill on the BBC and ITV's Quiz. For the first time in its near 10 year history, a new series of Peaky Blinders will commence without its fearless leading matriarch Polly Gray. Helen McCrory will be remembered not just for her remarkable stage and screen performances, but also for her selflessness and generosity. Heartbreaking., Actor and writer Mark Gatiss said: Unbearable and unbelievable that Helen McCrory has gone. We were sworn to secrecy. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. 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. 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. First published on Fri 16 Apr 2021 12.04 EDT. While the death of the talented actress on Friday came as a shock to fans, those . She blazed so brightly. Most recently, Peaky Blinders premiered its sixth and final season. 'She died as she lived. Cracknell, who directed McCrory in a 2014 production of Medea, said the performer did not want her illness overshadowing her family and professional life. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. McCrory was best known as a star of hit BBC crime drama "Peaky Blinders" and for the role of Narcissa Malfoy . It tweeted on April 16: "We're deeply saddened to hear the news that Helen McCrory has died of cancer. In 2013, Helen took on the gritty role of Polly Gray in the hit showPeaky Blindersas the domineering matriarch of the family. They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. She blazed so brightly. ", "She died as she lived. She was 52. On April 16, reports revealed that Helen McCrory died at 52 years old. During the chat presenter Kate asked the Harry Potter star half-way through if she was okay, saying: 'Are you alright, Helen? The 52-year-old star had been battling cancer, but "faced up to it with a level of bravery and humour that was completely extraordinary" according to close friend Carrie Cracknell. 'That's so clever, darling.' Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". 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. Amelia Wynne For Mailonline, 'I am broken-hearted to lose such a dear friend': Peaky Blinders' Cillian Murphy leads the stars paying tribute to Helen McCrory after she passed away aged 52 following cancer battle, Inside Helen McCrory's 13-year marriage to husband Damian Lewis as the actress leaves the actor and their two teenage children behind after her tragic death. Lewis and McCrory met in 2003 when they were both starring at a theater production of "Five Gold Rings" in London. She alsohad an accomplished stage career, winning plaudits for National Theatre roles in productions of Medea and Terence Rattigan's The Deep Blue Sea. They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. The two were married four years later. "But I think you approach it in different ways, and my approach is just to forge forward.". Renowned stage and film actress Helen McCrory passed away after a battle with cancer. In 2013, Helen took on the gritty role of Polly Gray in the hit showPeaky Blindersas the domineering matriarch of the family. She also starred as Narcissa Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, Clair Dowar in the James Bond film Skyfall, and Cherie Blair in both The Queen and The Special Relationship, and appeared in recent shows including MotherFatherSon, Quiz and Roadkill. Thank you for asking.". Damian continued, She died as she lived. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. The director told BBCs Today programme: Helen wanted to be very private about her illness and I understand why. 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Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. We were sworn to secrecy. ', The Peaky Blinders star replied with a brave smile, saying: 'I've got children!' 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? Sending so much love to you all xxx'. Peers praised her as "one of the greatest actors of our time". McCrory was best known for her role as Aunt Polly in the BBC series Peaky Blinders, which is currently filming its final series. Simply heartbreaking news., Had the good fortune to meet and interview Helen McCrory a few times, presenter Dermot OLeary tweeted. During the interview with Kate Garraway on ITV's GMB - where she was speaking about her and Damian's charity work - Helen appeared to have a croaky voice and looked pale. The actress died in April 2021 at age . This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. ", And fan Nicola Duckett added on Twitter: "This is absolutely awful news. Fearlessly. Sat 17 Apr 2021 12.11 EDT. It was a very remarkable thing," the director added. By She was so so brilliant when she came to work on Bill. 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. The actressand Lewis married in 2007 after falling in love when they were both cast in the play Five Gold Rings at the off-West End Almeida Theatre back in 2003. BBC EastEnders Whitney Dean faces new tragedy after heartbreaking termination, Whitney and Zack's baby was diagnosed with Edwards' Syndrome and was unlikely to survive after birth. And no, the timing was pure fluke, pure chance, it always is, isnt it?. 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. "It was shocking and unbelievably sad. She also starred in the final two films in the franchise. A mighty talent, with always a hint of mischief. 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McCrory's death was announced by her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, on Friday. Im devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman whos left us far too soon. There was, however, a hint that something was amiss during a recent TV interview. Her husband, fellow actor Damian Lewis, said McCrory died "peacefully at home" after a "heroic battle with cancer." "She died as she . She played the matriarch of a crime family on "Peaky Blinders" and the scheming Voldemort ally Narcissa Malfoy in the "Harry Potter" movies. When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you. 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. Have you got a sore throat? 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