Last week, fans of James Bond and Harry Potter franchises were devastated by the news that an actor had been fired. Robbie Coltrane died. Coltrane had many memorable roles on TV and the big screen. But his most iconic role was as Hagrid in Harry Potter. His co-star Tom Felton is recalling his friend with a quote sure to bring out the emotions.
Felton shared an Image on InstagramColtrane reflects on his time in The Harry Potter movies. Coltrane speaks about the ten years it took to make the movies and how his life was changed. He also talks about how the films will continue to live on after his death. Felton adds a comment to the quote “Wands up”A reference to the way wizards honor the grave in the Harry Potter universe.
As it turned out, fans did exactly what Tom Felton asked. At Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park, where Hogwarts Castle is located, Harry Potter fans came together for an spontaneous ceremonyWhere they raised their wands for Robbie Coltrane, Hagrid and Robbie Coltrane. We will probably see this again as the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, which is basically a church for Harry Potter enthusiasts, is a physical place that people can remember the films. This was the same thing that happened many years ago. Following the passing of Alan Rickman.
There’s been a great outpouring of love for Robbie Coltrane since his death was confirmed on Friday. Felton is also included. Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe have shared their memories.It was a pleasure to work with an actor who is loved by all. Actors are appreciated. Hugh Laurie, who were part of Coltrane’s long non-Harry Potter careerI have also talked about how kind and hilarious he was.
Robbie Coltrane clearly knew what he was talking to when he made this statement. While all the actor’s work will live on now that’s gone, the Harry PotterColtrane’s movies will be remembered for many decades. It’s a film franchise that will be watched by new generations as those that saw it themselves as kids show it to their own children, and there will be new fans of Coltrane’s Hagrid forever.
Having said that, Coltrane’s career was far more than Harry Potter and those future generations that fall in love with Hagrid will likely still come across the actor in other places, like the James Bond franchise, and classic British TV like Black AdderAnd Cracker. Robbie Coltrane is one of the few people who will continue to be a popular character after their death.