Alan Rickman (1946-2016) was an English actor and director, best known for his roles as Professor Severus Snape in the Harry Potter film series, Hans Gruber in Die Hard, and Sheriff of Nottingham in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.
Rickman began his acting career on stage, performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company and later transitioning to film and television. In addition to his notable roles, he also appeared in films such as Love Actually, Sense and Sensibility, and Galaxy Quest.
Aside from acting, Rickman also directed several films, including The Winter Guest and A Little Chaos. He was known for his distinctive voice, which he used to narrate several documentaries and audiobooks.
Rickman passed away in 2016 at the age of 69 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was widely regarded as one of the most talented actors of his generation, and his contributions to film and theatre continue to be celebrated today.
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