Sir Michael Gambon, best known for portraying Dumbledore in the “Harry Potter” films, has <a href="https://pagesix.com/article/celebrity-deaths-2023/">passed away</a>, his family announced Thursday.

“We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon,” his rep said in a statement.

“Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital with his wife Anne and son Fergus at his bedside, following a bout of pneumonia.”

The statement concluded, “We ask that you respect our privacy at this painful time and thank you for your messages of support and love.”

The Irish-English actor passed away after a bout of pneumonia, his family announced Thursday.{ai:summary}<p>Sir Michael Gambon, known for his role as Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" films, has died at the age of 82 from pneumonia. His family requests privacy and expresses gratitude for the support. #obituary</p>

Sir Michael Gambon, Dumbledore in ‘Harry Potter,’ dead at 82

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