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CNN
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Actor Simon Fisher-Becker, known for ‘Harry Potter' and ‘Doctor Who,' dead at 63
Simon Fisher-Becker, a British character actor who had roles in notable projects like 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' and 'Doctor Who,' has died. He was 63. Fisher-Becker's husband Tony Dugdale said in a post on Facebook that he died Sunday. Dugdale did not disclose any additional details about his cause of death. Kim Barry, Fisher-Becker's agent at Jaffrey Management, also confirmed Fisher-Becker's death to CNN in a statement. 'I lost not only a client Simon Fisher-Becker, but a close personal friend of 15 years standing,' the statement said. 'He helped me out enormously and was always kind, gracious and interested in everyone.' Fisher-Baker's first Hollywood credit came in the 1990s through a series of single-episode TV appearances on shows including 'Hale and Pace' and 'One Foot in the Grave.' Arguably one of his most high profile roles was in the first installment of the Harry Potter franchise, playing a ghost that haunts the halls of Howarts. Fisher-Becker also appeared in several episodes of the BBC's sci-fi TV series 'Doctor Who' as a recurring character named Dorium between 2010 and 2011. He also voiced the character Gen. Nylan in two episodes of the 2014 'Doctor Who Online Adventures' TV series. He regularly made appearances on convention circuits, during which he would meet and interact with fans of some of the popular franchises in which he'd appeared. Between 2013 and 2018, Fisher-Becker also appeared in three seasons of the TV series 'Waterside,' a UK-based sci-fi drama. Through the 2020s, Fisher-Becker played the voice of Arthur Morstan on the 'Sherlock Holmes' mini series and is credited as a voice actor on several podcast series including 2022's 'Abnormal Stories' and, his final credit, 'Jenny – The Doctor's Daughter' in 2024. Fisher-Becker spoke about being able to collaborate with other actors throughout his career, telling BTG Interviews in 2023 that 'most of the actors I've gotten to work with, especially the bigger names, have been utterly delightful and very kind.' 'I wouldn't be where I am today without the kindness of those people,' he added.
CNN
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Actor Simon Fisher-Becker, known for ‘Harry Potter' and ‘Doctor Who,' dead at 63
Simon Fisher-Becker, a British character actor who had roles in notable projects like 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' and 'Doctor Who,' has died. He was 63. Fisher-Becker's husband Tony Dugdale said in a post on Facebook that he died Sunday. Dugdale did not disclose any additional details about his cause of death. Kim Barry, Fisher-Becker's agent at Jaffrey Management, also confirmed Fisher-Becker's death to CNN in a statement. 'I lost not only a client Simon Fisher-Becker, but a close personal friend of 15 years standing,' the statement said. 'He helped me out enormously and was always kind, gracious and interested in everyone.' Fisher-Baker's first Hollywood credit came in the 1990s through a series of single-episode TV appearances on shows including 'Hale and Pace' and 'One Foot in the Grave.' Arguably one of his most high profile roles was in the first installment of the Harry Potter franchise, playing a ghost that haunts the halls of Howarts. Fisher-Becker also appeared in several episodes of the BBC's sci-fi TV series 'Doctor Who' as a recurring character named Dorium between 2010 and 2011. He also voiced the character Gen. Nylan in two episodes of the 2014 'Doctor Who Online Adventures' TV series. He regularly made appearances on convention circuits, during which he would meet and interact with fans of some of the popular franchises in which he'd appeared. Between 2013 and 2018, Fisher-Becker also appeared in three seasons of the TV series 'Waterside,' a UK-based sci-fi drama. Through the 2020s, Fisher-Becker played the voice of Arthur Morstan on the 'Sherlock Holmes' mini series and is credited as a voice actor on several podcast series including 2022's 'Abnormal Stories' and, his final credit, 'Jenny – The Doctor's Daughter' in 2024. Fisher-Becker spoke about being able to collaborate with other actors throughout his career, telling BTG Interviews in 2023 that 'most of the actors I've gotten to work with, especially the bigger names, have been utterly delightful and very kind.' 'I wouldn't be where I am today without the kindness of those people,' he added.
Fox News
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Simon Fisher-Becker, 'Harry Potter' actor, dead at 63
Actor Simon Fisher-Becker has died at 63 years old. "Today, I lost not only a client, Simon Fisher-Becker, but a close personal friend of 15 years standing," Kim Barry of Jaffrey Management told Fox News Digital. "I shall never forget the phone call I made to him when he was offered the part of 'Dorium' in Dr Who. He had been a fan of the show since he was a child." "Simon was also a writer, a raconteur and a great public speaker," she added. "He helped me out enormously and was always kind, gracious and interested in everyone. My condolences go to his husband Tony, his brother, nieces and nephews and his legion of fans." Fisher-Becker's husband revealed the news on Sunday via the actor's Facebook page. "Hello everyone. This is Tony, Simon's husband," he wrote. "I have some very sad news. At 2:50 this afternoon Simon passed away." "I'll be keeping this account open for a while," he added. "I'm not sure at this point if I'll be posting again. Thank you." Fisher-Becker was most known for his role in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" as the Fat Friar ghost. The Fat Friar ghost from the 2001 film is Hufflepuff House's resident specter. The actor also starred in "Doctor Who" as Dorium Maldovar for seasons five and six. Fisher-Becker returned as Dorium in "Doctor Who: The Eleventh Doctor Chronicles and Jenny – The Doctor's Daughter" and the "Doctor Who" fan-film "Tale of a Timelord." He boasted over 50 acting credits throughout his career, including "Les Misérables," "Waterside" and "Puppy Love."
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Harry Potter' Actor Dies at Age of 63
Simon Fisher-Becker, who acted in prominent projects like Harry Potter and Doctor Who, died on Sunday, March 9. He was 63 years old. The news was confirmed by his agent and friend, Kim Barry of Jaffrey Management, to Metro. "Today I lost not only a client in Simon Fisher-Becker, but a close personal friend of 15 years standing," she shared. 🎬 🎬 Barry continued, "I shall never forget the phone call I made to him when he was offered the part of Dorium Moldovar in BBC's Dr Who. Simon was also a writer, a raconteur and a great public speaker. He helped me out enormously and was kind, gracious and interested in everyone." "My condolences go to his husband Tony, his brother, nieces and nephews and his legion of fans," she concluded. Fisher-Becker's husband also confirmed the sad news on Facebook, writing on the actor's account, "Hello everyone. This is Tony, Simon's husband. I have some very sad news. At 2:50 this afternoon Simon passed away." "I'll be keeping this account open for a while. I'm not sure at this point if I'll be posting again. Thank you," Tony finished the message. Fisher-Becker's long acting career featured a number of interesting roles, with the late star appearing in a few well-known franchises. He played the Fat Friar, the ghost of Hufflepuff at Hogwarts, in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Additionally, he brought the character of Dorium Maldovar to life in Doctor Who, acting alongside as the Eleventh Doctor. Other interesting projects Fisher-Becker worked on included the Oscar-winning film Les Misérables, and TV shows Puppy Love and Waterside. Along with his acting work, Fisher-Becker was outspoken about his beliefs and used avenues like his social media to share his thoughts on current events and connect with fans. Only a couple of days before his death, the late actor called for reform in the House of Lords in England. Next:
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Harry Potter and Doctor Who star Simon Fisher-Becker dies aged 63
Actor Simon Fisher-Becker has died aged 63. Best known for his roles in Doctor Who and Harry Potter, his agent Kim Barry of Jaffrey Management confirmed the star's passing. Fisher-Becker had appeared in many acclaimed films and series, including the BBC show Puppy Love, when he played Tony Fazackerley alongside Joanna Scanlan. Fans will also recognise the actor as the ghost of the Fat Friar in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone alongside playing Dorium Maldovar in Doctor Who. Sharing a tribute to Fisher-Becker, Barry told the Metro: "Today I lost not only a client in Simon Fisher-Becker, but a close personal friend of 15 years standing. "I shall never forget the phone call I made to him when he was offered the part of Dorium Moldovar in BBC's Dr Who. "Simon was also a writer, a raconteur and a great public speaker. He helped me out enormously and was kind, gracious and interested in everyone. "My condolences go to his husband Tony, his brother, nieces and nephews and his legion of fans." On Facebook, Fisher-Becker's husband, Tony, shared the news with the actor's fans: "Hello everyone. This is Tony, Simon's husband. Recommended Reading Doctor Who auction to raise money for BBC Children in Need Rare first edition Harry Potter sells for £18,000 at auction Where and how to watch Harry Potter movies in order "I have some very sad news. At 2:50 this afternoon Simon passed away. "I'll be keeping this account open for a while. I'm not sure at this point if I'll be posting again. Thank you" Reacting to the sad news of Fisher-Becker's passing, one fan wrote on X: "'His stage routine was one of the funniest things I've heard in ages. A dear man who valued his audiences. RIP Simon, shine on."
