RICHARD GRIFFITHS

The Harry Potter film franchise has introduced us, not just to new talents, but also to old greats who may not be familiar to the younger fans of the movies. Such is the case with Richard Griffiths, who gets credit for portraying Uncle Vernon in the movies. Of course, outside of that particular role, he was a beloved man and a well-decorated actor. For his performance in The History Boys, he received a Tony Award, among other accolades including a Laurence Olivier Award, Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, and BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role.

Richard also worked in Gielgud Theatre in London together with his Harry Potter’s Daniel Radcliffe for the stage revival of the Peter Shaffer’s Equus. It was then followed by a short play at the Broadhurst Theatre and the premiere of The Habit of Art held at the National Theatre for the character of W. H. Auden. The actor passed away back in 2013. He was 65 years old.