Michael Byrne, 'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' actor, dies: Reports
Naomi Watts and Michael Byrne are seen here filming "Diana" in Zagreb, Croatia, on July 3, 2012. (Credit: Getty Images)
Michael Byrne, a British actor known for his work in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade," "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1" and "Braveheart," has died, according to reports. He was 82 years old.
The news was first confirmed by the Guardian. Other media outlets, including Variety, also confirmed his death.
Michael Byrne dies at 82
According to the Guardian, the actor died on June 20. A cause of death has not yet been revealed.
Michael played General Vogel in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." In the penultimate "Harry Potter" film, released in 2010, Byrne also played an older version of Gellert Grindelwald, the character later played by Johnny Depp in the "Fantastic Beasts" franchise.
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Byrne also had roles in other big budget films, including soldier Smythe in Mel Gibson’s Oscar-winning "Braveheart" and "Diana" starring Naomi Watts.
According to the Guardian, he is survived by Carole, from whom he was separated, but who cared for him towards the end of his life; and by their daughters, Tara and Bryony, and three grandchildren, Tom, Chloe and Jasmine.
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The Source: This story was reported from Los Angeles. The Guardian, Variety and TMZ contributed.