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Anthony Head Dead at 72

His daughters said he died peacefully of complications from pneumonia and colleagues have posted public tributes.

Overview

  • Head’s daughters, Emily and Daisy, issued an official statement saying he died peacefully of complications due to pneumonia.
  • Castmates from Ted Lasso and Buffy the Vampire Slayer immediately posted remembrances, with Brett Goldstein calling Head “a brilliant actor” and “the best person.”
  • Head was known to a new generation as Rupert Mannion on Ted Lasso and to long-time fans as Rupert Giles on Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
  • His death follows the earlier loss of his longtime partner, Sarah Fisher, who died on January 1, and colleagues noted his kindness off screen as they paid tribute.
  • No public details about funeral arrangements or further family statements have been released and entertainment coverage so far has centered on the family statement and social-media tributes.