Alan Rickman Dead: Friends, Fans And Co-Stars Pay Tribute To 'Harry Potter' Star Following His Death Aged 69

There are no words to express how shocked and devastated I am to hear of Alan Rickman's death. He was a magnificent actor & a wonderful man.

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) January 14, 2016

My thoughts are with Rima and the rest of Alan's family. We have all lost a great talent. They have lost part of their hearts.

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) January 14, 2016

What desperately sad news about Alan Rickman. A man of such talent, wicked charm & stunning screen & stage presence. He'll be sorely missed

— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) January 14, 2016

My thoughts are with Rima and the rest of Alan's family. We have all lost a great talent. They have lost part of their hearts.

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) January 14, 2016

Very sad to hear that Alan Rickman has passed away. One of the greatest actors of his generation. My thoughts are with his family & friends

— Jeremy Corbyn MP (@jeremycorbyn) January 14, 2016

David Bowie dead from cancer at 69.

Now Alan Rickman dead from cancer at 69.

Two great talents, one bloody awful disease.

— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) January 14, 2016

I do not want my heroes to die!

Alan Rickman is dead & he was another hero. Alan - thank you for being with us. We are sorry you had to go

— Eddie Izzard (@eddieizzard) January 14, 2016

And now we have lost Alan Rickman. A gifted actor and lovely man. What a week. #RIPAlanRickman

— Michael Ball OBE (@mrmichaelball) January 14, 2016

Devastated to hear about the passing of Alan Rickman. I had the pleasure of working with him on my first movie. A true legend and gentleman.

— Jamie Campbell Bower (@Jamiebower) January 14, 2016

This week can do one. #AlanRickman

— Lauren Laverne (@laurenlaverne) January 14, 2016

Rest In Peace Alan Rickman. Such sad news. A huge loss.

— Will Poulter (@PoulterWill) January 14, 2016

So sad and shocking to hear about Alan Rickman. Truly a giant and a gent. His eyes always twinkled, and that voice...

— David Miliband (@DMiliband) January 14, 2016

RIP Alan Rickman. You will be missed. #TrulyMadlyDeeply

— E L James (@E_L_James) January 14, 2016

There are few things I enjoyed more than watching Alan Rickman sigh in a movie. RIP

— Seth Meyers (@sethmeyers) January 14, 2016

He did so much brilliant work but Alan Rickman in Galaxy Quest: one of the greatest comedy performances ever. RIP pic.twitter.com/E9sNR4rG8E

— David Schneider (@davidschneider) January 14, 2016

Oh no Alan Rickman has died. Very sad news.

— Gabby Logan (@GabbyLogan) January 14, 2016

Honoured to have spent time with the man. I was so nervous. This was just last April. Xx https://t.co/pd9JjWLEF8

— edith bowman (@edibow) January 14, 2016

I cannot believe Alan Rickman has passed away. I am truly devastated. One of the best actors this world has ever seen. Rest in peace. Xxx

— Carrie Hope Fletcher (@CarrieHFletcher) January 14, 2016

So sad to hear that we’ve lost Alan Rickman. What a brilliantly talented man. Countless amazing performances. What a sad week.

— Tom Fletcher (@tommcfly) January 14, 2016