Latest news about Alan Rickman

Not so long ago, the media announced the news that on January 14, 2016 in London, at the age of 70, the famous actor Alan Rickman died. He was remembered for his fans by the bright incarnation of roles in such films as "Die Hard", "Perfume" and in the serial movie about Harry Potter.

The latest news about the death of Alan Rickman

The news of the death of the actor came to the press on behalf of his relatives. It is known that Alan Rickman died in the midst of his family and friends. According to informed sources, the cause of death was pancreatic cancer . With this severe illness, the actor struggled for several years.

By the anniversary of Alan Rickman this year it was planned to publish a book of letters and creative works of the fans of the actor and present it as a gift for the birthday. After the death of Alan Rickman, it was decided, nevertheless, to publish a book, the only copy of which will be sent to the wife of actor Rome Horton .

Short biography of Alan Rickman

Alan Rickman was born in London on February 21, 1946 in the most ordinary family. His mother was a housewife, and his father worked in a factory. Alan Rickman has two brothers and one sister. When the boy was only eight years old, his father died of lung cancer. After some time the actor's mother remarried, but divorced, having lived in marriage for three years.

Alan Rickman realized early on that in life everyone can and must rely, first of all, on himself. He studied a lot and studied hard, and already being a schoolboy, with his successes he earned the prestigious scholarship of the Latymer educational institution. After graduation, she studied at the School of Arts and Design in Chelsea, and then at the Royal College of Art. At the age of 26, Alan Rickman organized his own design studio in Soho. However, its fruits did not bring income. Then Alan Rickman decided to become an actor. He graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. During his studies, he was awarded the prizes for productions more than once, and also received a royal scholarship.

His first serious role in the movie Alan Rickman was in the movie "Die Hard". His excellent acting and peculiar style immediately made him one of the best contenders for the role of "positive" villains. More than once Alan Rickman will perform them in the films "Robin Hood: The Prince of Thieves", "Rasputin", "Harry Potter" and others. In addition to negative roles in the filmography of the actor there are also positive ones. One of them, the most memorable and very romantic, was the role of Colonel Brandon in the movie "Reason and Senses".

Fans of Alan Rickman have repeatedly noted that the phenomenon of his acting talent, among other things, is in the voice. His unusual timbre and correct English speech were decisive in choosing an actor for the role of Severus Snape in a series of Harry Potter films.

Alan Rickman's acting was noted for her participation in such well-known works as "Alice in Wonderland", "Sweeney Todd, Demon Barber of Fleet Street", "Gambit", "Seminar", "Perfumer" and many others.

Alan Rickman was not only a talented actor, but also a director, producer and screenwriter. During his lifetime, he was awarded three awards: "Golden Globe" in 1997, "Emmy" in 1996 and BAFTA in 1992.

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In his personal life, Alan Rickman was a monogamous person. In 1965, he met Rima Horton, and in 1977 the couple began to live together. After 50 years of dating Alan Rickman and Rome Horton officially married. This became known in 2015, when the actor let slip about his marriage in an interview with a German publication. According to Alan Rickman, the wedding was held secretly and without any guests. The couple celebrated their love in New York in 2012.