Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.". 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. Still, one crucial character was missing as Aunt Polly wasn't featured throughout the season, as she was portrayed by Helen McCrory, who passed away of cancer in 2021. McCrory's death was announced by her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, on Friday. After her husband The director, who worked with Helen in a stage production of Medea, told the BBC's Today Programme only 'very, very few people' knew Helen was struggling behind the scenes. Last modified on Wed 21 Apr 2021 05.30 EDT. McCrory was best known for her roles in the films The Queen and The Special Relationship and the . ", 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. She played the matriarch of a crime family on "Peaky Blinders" and the scheming Voldemort ally Narcissa Malfoy in the "Harry Potter" movies. She and Damian were the motor driving FeedNHS, working tirelessly during the pandemic to raise millions for others. Her body of work speaks of her extraordinary talent, what it doesnt speak of is her kindness, intelligence and sense of fun. "We would like to send our condolences to her family and loved ones this evening." She also starred in the final two films in the franchise. "Everyone in life wants someone to love and be loved by, but I think I was always just engrossed and involved in work," McCrory told the Radio Times. She was 52. Kate suffered the prank gone wrong on Thursday's ITV show. ", McCrory also starred as a human rights lawyer dragged into international intrigue in the TV thriller "Fearless," played lawyer Cherie Blair, wife of British Prime Minister Tony Blair, in the 2006 movie "The Queen," and had roles in Martin Scorsese's film "Hugo" and the James Bond thriller "Skyfall. Helen "faced up" to her cancer battle "with a level of bravery and humour that was completely extraordinary and was teaching people around her how to live. Her husband, fellow actor Damian Lewis, said McCrory died "peacefully at home" after a "heroic battle with cancer." "She died as she . Getty Images. In 2013, Helen took on the gritty role of Polly Gray in the hit showPeaky Blindersas the domineering matriarch of the family. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer. McCrory was best known for her role as Aunt Polly in the BBC series Peaky Blinders, which is currently filming its final series. 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The star was cast as Bellatrix Lestrange inHarry Potterand the Order of the Phoenix but was forced to pull out due her to pregnancy. She blazed so brightly. 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. Helen McCrory Dies of Cancer at Age 52 She's Survived by Her Husband and Two Kids. By Pretty Honore. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer. It always is, isn't it?". "I'm heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that . Her husband, fellow actor Damian Lewis, said McCrory died "peacefully at home" after a "heroic battle with cancer.". Weeks later, Lewis, 50, announced in a statement that his wife had died, saying: She died as she lived. She blazed so brightly. On April 16, reports revealed that Helen McCrory died at 52 years old. And still does, she toldThe Sun. 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. "She died as she lived. McCrory was one of Britain's most respected actors, making her mark by playing a succession of formidable and sometimes fearsome women. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. "But I think you approach it in different ways, and my approach is just to forge forward.". "Having said that, there are a lot of things I turn down," she told The Associated Press in 2016, describing the sort of roles where "all your lines are `But what did you do at work?' Fearlessly. Kate jokingly replied. His Homeland co-star David Harewood has since revealed his shock about the Helen's hidden health battle. Helen McCrory died of cancer last month Credit: Getty. The Associated Press "Very, very few people knew, and I only did because we were planning to transfer a show to Broadway and we had to cancel that because she was undergoing treatment. My deepest condolences to her family, especially her husband and children. Damian did such a tremendous job in publicly handling all that.". Blessings to Damian and the family., The official Twitter account for the Old Vic theatre in London said: We are devastated to hear of the loss of Helen McCrory. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you.. Sign up for notifications from Insider! Tributes have poured in for Helen, including from Macmillan Cancer Support. to which Kate laughed and said 'Oh you've been shouting at them! Lewis left the show after Season 5 to deal with a personal tragedy: his wife, famed actress Helen McCrory, passed away after a battle with breast cancer in 2021, and Lewis wanted to spend more . Helen McCrory had made her friends promise to keep her illness a secret. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you. Heres everything to know about Helen. "For those working with infectious diseases, these messages of kindness and gratefulness its about the safest hug you can give an ITU worker at the moment. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. McCrory and Lewis, star of the TV series "Homeland" and "Billions," married in 2007 and had two children. BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent makes 'disappointing' bedroom confession as Carol Kirkwood giggles. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. Write by: "It was shocking and unbelievably sad. God we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. 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. 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. I was in awe. Heartbreaking., Actor and writer Mark Gatiss said: Unbearable and unbelievable that Helen McCrory has gone. She later returned asBellatrixs sister in The Half Blood Prince, and also starred in the final two movies in the franchise. Their work led to almost 1million in donations to the Feed NHS scheme, and partnerships with chains including Leon and Wasabi. Live fully, take opportunities, have adventures. Fans defended Sally during BBC Breakfast on March 1. McCrory is survived by her husband Damian Lewis, and their two children, Manon and Gulliver. Sick of this horrible disease.". Twitter pays tribute to Helen McCrory. 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. 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. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. She blazed so brightly. Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this incredibly sad time.. She went on to star in a string of films, including James Bond filmSkyfall, 1994s The Vampire, and The Queen in 2006,in which she played Tony Blairs wife Cherie Blair. "Helen and her husband Damian Lewis have kindly supported Macmillan over the years. Fearlessly. "She was also a gifted actor -- fearless and magnificent. The star's husband,actor Damian Lewis, announced she had died "peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family" on April 16, 2021. Peaky Blinders has been one of the few shows in association with the BBC that has been such an enormous hit in the United States while it was still on television. 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. ". It tweeted on April 16: "We're deeply saddened to hear the news that Helen McCrory has died of cancer. She was 52 and had been suffering from cancer . God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. "Nobody knew. They raised for more than 1million to help get hot meals delivered to hardworking staff with the help of powerhouses of the food industry. "', "Of course, there's so much sexism within the profession," McCrory said. Love Island viewers call Ofcom as they work out who Olivia Hawkins dumps tonight, Earlier in the episode, Jessie called Olivia out for talking behind her back and for branding her "fake" to the other Islanders, Yardley mum rescued from burning home by hero neighbours after 'candle explosion', Kathleen Bissell, 83, was taken to hospital with minor burns, ITV Good Morning Britain's Susanna Reid horrified after government considered killing all cats over Covid. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. She really is the brains with Tommy behind the family and you see the difference of how to rule, she told the BBC in 2014. The news came as a shock to fans and the world of showbiz, as McCrory had kept her illness private. Fearlessly," Lewis wrote on Twitter. McCrory also appeared on "Peaky Blinders" and "Penny Dreadful.". The actress Helen McCrory died of cancer, her husband, the actor Damian Lewis, said on Friday. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. 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. The actress died in April 2021 at age . "She elevated and made humane every scene, every character she played," Murphy said. She and Damian were the motor driving FeedNHS, working tirelessly during the pandemic to raise millions for others. ", Actor Michael Sheen, who played Tony Blair in "The Queen," said McCrory was "so funny, so passionate, so smart and one of the greatest actors of our time. "Helen and her . His Homeland co-star David Harewood has since revealed his shock about the Helen's hidden health battle. At one point the presenter asked her: "Are you alright Helen? She blazed so brightly. 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. Director Carrie Cracknell told BBC's Today show: "Helen wanted to be very private about her illness and I understand why. 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.. First published on Fri 16 Apr 2021 12.04 EDT. She blazed so brightly. Lewis added: [Helen] died as she lived. In 2014 she starred in Alan Rickmans film A Little Chaos, opposite Kate Winslet. 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. "Helen was a beautiful, caring, funny, compassionate human being," he said in a statement. Very, very few people knew, and I only did because we were planning to transfer a show to Broadway and we had to cancel that because she was undergoing treatment. Helen McCrory died of cancer at age 52 in April 2021. Footage of the interview shows Damian gazing lovingly at his wife in her final TV appearance before her death on April 16, 2021. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. Survivors Jonny Fairplay shares major show secrets & insanity of challenges, 1000-lb Sisters' Tammy Slaton ends silence 2 days after Amy & husband split, The View fans confused after spotting strange detail involving host Sara, Today fans divided over Jenna's dress as some viewers say it's 'inappropriate', 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Big-hearted Helen was known for her charity work, Helen McCrory was still doing charity work in final weeks before death from cancer aged 52, They met when starring in a play together in 2003, She played Narcissa Malfoy in the Harry Potter series. Fearlessly. Renowned stage and film actress Helen McCrory passed away after a battle with cancer. We were sworn to secrecy. through a code based on coughing. Sat 17 Apr 2021 12.11 EDT. She was so so brilliant when she came to work on Bill. 12:17 GMT 17 Apr 2021. McCrory, who was awarded an OBE for services to drama in 2017, was best-known for playing fearsome matriarch Polly in Peaky Blinders as well as appearing in the Harry Potter franchise and The Special Relationship. You sound a bit croaky, have you got a sore throat? Late actress Helen McCrory, 52, had been secretly battling cancer before her tragic death on Friday. British actor Helen McCrory, who starred in the television show "Peaky Blinders" and the "Harry Potter" movies, has died, her husband said Friday. "Helen and her husband Damian Lewis have kindly supported Macmillan over the years. Only a couple of weeks ago she said to us from her bed, I want Daddy to have girlfriends, lots of them, you must all love again, love isnt possessive, but you know, Damian, try at least to get though the funeral without snogging someone.. 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. The actor Helen McCrory has died at the age of 52. McCrory played Draco Malfoy's mother in the franchise's final three films. Damian Lewis confirmed on April 16 that his actress wife had died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family following a heroic battle with cancer. Helen McCrory, the stage and screen star known for her roles in the Harry Potter films and the BBC series Peaky Blinders, has died from cancer aged 52, her husband has said. 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