The British actor best known for his role as Severus Snape in the Harry Potter franchise passed away in London. His family confirmed his death to The Guardian.
He also had memorable roles in films such as Love Actually and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. His breakout role arrived in the form of the scheming Vicomte de Valmont in an acclaimed 1985 RSC production of “Les Liaisons Dangereuses.”
Rickman was born in Acton, west London. He attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and began his career on stage after graduating, including on productions with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
