Harry Potter star Robbie Coltrane has died at the age of 72

Harry Potter star Robbie Coltrane died on Friday. He was 72 years old.

Coltrane’s agent confirmed Associated Press that the actor, best known for his role as Rubeus Hagrid, died in a hospital in Scotland.

Coltrane reps did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment.

The cause of death is not yet known.

Shortly after the news came out, fans began writing tributes to the late Scottish-born star on social media.

“I’m so sad now! Hagrid was a treasure for children and Robbie played him so well. WONDERFUL MAN!!! “, one person tweeted.

“Thank you Robbie Coltrane for leaving us with Hagrid forever, you were a treasure. ANSWER 🖤 ”, another wrote.

Coltrane’s Harry Potter associates, including Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson, have yet to make any statements.

“Watching them grow up is a bit like watching your own kids grow up.” Coltrane it was once said his younger colleagues on the 20th anniversary of “Harry Potter”.

“I’ve always been amazed at how fearless they were. … Actually, I have huge happy memories of it. I think we all do it.

In addition to his role as Hagrid in the beloved fantasy series, Coltrane was also known for his role as the criminal psychologist Dr. Eddie “Fitz” Fitzgerald in the British television series “Cracker.” In the years 1993-2006 he played a role awarded with the BAFTA award.

This role gave Coltrane roles in two James Bond films as Valentin Zukovsky in “The Golden Eye” and “The World Is Not Enough.”

The actor also starred in “Alfresco”, “Tutti Frutti” and “Brave”.

Queen Elizabeth II appointed Coltrane an Order of the British Empire in 2006 for his work.

Coltrane left behind his sister Annie Rae, ex-wife Rhona Gemmell and children Spencer (30) and Alice (24).