“Potter” Alumni React to the Passing of British Acting Legend Sir John Hurt
“The wand chooses the wizard, Mr. Potter. It’s not always clear why.”
The iconic words spoken by Sir John Hurt as Garrick Ollivander will always resonate with Harry Potter fans, though Hurt was a legend in his field far beyond the realm of Potter. Still, we couldn’t imagine those words from anyone else, and they are every bit as legendary as the man who spoke them.
After news of his passing, various members of the Wizarding World expressed their sorrow at the loss of a remarkable talent.
So very sad to hear that the immensely talented and deeply beloved John Hurt has died. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) January 28, 2017
One of my favourite turns. https://t.co/SmnSYW3boB
— Sean Biggerstaff (@Seanchuckle) January 28, 2017
John Hurt. What an acting legend. Rest in peace dear Sir. Wand shopping won't be the same without you ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/jRrRCX8PZv
— Bonnie Wright (@thisisbwright) January 28, 2017
🙁 🙁 🙁
— WOL (@WillDunn_) January 28, 2017
Woke up to the news that Sir John Hurt has died. A great loss; his performance in Elephant Man will transfix me forever
— Rohan Gotobed (@Rohan_Gotobed) January 28, 2017
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— Devon Murray I 🟠 NFTARMY (@DevonMMurray) January 28, 2017
First time I seen John was at the airport the day before the read through and my mam told me to go ask for his autograph because CONTINUE
— Devon Murray I 🟠 NFTARMY (@DevonMMurray) January 28, 2017
Cont. he's famous. I thought he was homeless by the way he dressed so I didn't. I seen him the following day at the read through and
— Devon Murray I 🟠 NFTARMY (@DevonMMurray) January 28, 2017
Cont. he remembered seeing me at the airport waiting for my bags. I certainly got his autograph that day. Such a lovely genuine man. X
— Devon Murray I 🟠 NFTARMY (@DevonMMurray) January 28, 2017
