Michael Gambon, British actor who played Dumbledore, dies aged 82

Michael Gambon's best-known role was as Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" franchise, a role he took over from the third installment in the eight-movie series after he replaced the late Richard Harris.

Actor Michael Gambon arrives at the world premiere of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2" in Trafalgar Square, in central London, July 7, 2011.

(photo credit: REUTERS/DYLAN MARTINEZ/FILE PHOTO)

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 15:01

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Michael Gambon, British actor who played Dumbledore, dies aged 82

Michael Gambon's best-known role was as Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" franchise, a role he took over from the third installment in the eight-movie series after he replaced the late Richard Harris.

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