HARRY POTTER ACTOR ROBERT HARDY PASSES AWAY AT 91 By Team Bollyy 04 Aug 2017 | Updated On 04 Aug 2017 06:07 IST in Uncategorized New Update LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 02: Robert Hardy arrives for the 'Oldie Of The Year Awards' at Simpsons in the Strand on February 2, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage) Actor Robert Hardy famous for his role as the Minister of Magic Cornelius Fudge in the Harry Potter franchise has died at the age of 91. "It is with great sadness that the family of Robert Hardy CBE on Thursday announced his death, following a tremendous life: a giant career in theatre, television, and film spanning more than 70 years," said a statement released by his children Emma, Justine, and Paul. Born in 1925, Robert Hardy started his career as a theatre artist, he played his very first role in a play called 'Coriolanus' - an adaptation of Shakespeare's play. He also played a part in BBC's long standing show 'All Creatures Great and Small'. The BAFTA nominated thespian has reprised the role of Cornelius Fudge in Harry Potter series for four times. In 1981, he was awarded a CBE, one of the highest honours of Britain for his services in the field of acting. #Hollywood #news #Harry Potter #british actor #robert hardy Related Articles Latest Stories Read the Next Article