Celebrity Deaths in 2017: Stars We’ve Lost

Robert Hardy arrives in London's Leicester Square for the European Premiere of his latest film

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Robert Hardy

 The Harry Potter actor, who was known for playing Minister for Magic, Cornelius Fudge, in four of the beloved films, died at age 91, his family announced on Thursday, August 3. His family released a statement praising his “tremendous life” and “giant career” in theater, television and film over seven decades. “Gruff, elegant, twinkly and always dignified, he is celebrated by all who knew him and loved him, and everyone who enjoyed his work,” the statement read.

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