I've just heard the awful news about Michael Gambon. The first time I ever laid eyes on him was in King Lear, in 1982, and if you'd told me then that brilliant actor would appear in anything I'd written, I'd have thought you were insane. Michael was a wonderful man in additional to being an outstanding actor, and I absolutely loved working with him, not only on Potter but also The Casual Vacancy. My deepest condolences go to Michael's family and everyone who loved him.
@jk_rowling I saw that production of Lear - breathtaking.
@jk_rowling An inspirational man. Drawing him was an honour #RIPMichaelGambon
@jk_rowling Sad news #RIPMichaelGambon and #RIPDumbledore 💜 x
I am also touched by the loss of actors from the old school whose commitment to the art and talent we will never see again. This week was tough because we also lost David McCallum, a fine actor memorable in many science fiction and fantasy films and TV shows. God bless them and recieve them into his grace 🙏.
@jk_rowling Rip Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore! Wands up everyone!!