‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Doctor Who’ Actor Passes Away at 63
British actor, beloved for his unforgettable roles in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and Doctor Who, has passed away at the age of 63.
The news was shared by his husband, Tony, through a heartfelt message on the actor’s official social media account.
“Hello everyone. This is Tony, Simon’s husband,” the post read. “I have some very sad news. At 2:50 this afternoon Simon passed away… Thank you.”
Fisher-Becker’s manager, Kim Barry, also confirmed the loss, remembering him not only as a client but as a close personal friend.
“Simon was also a writer, a raconteur and a great public speaker… kind, gracious and interested in everyone.”
Throughout a decades-long career, Simon brought joy to millions.
He was best known to global audiences as the Fat Friar in Harry Potter and the blue-skinned Dorium Maldovar in Doctor Who.
His talent extended across British TV hits including The Bill, Doctors, and One Foot in the Grave, as well as a small role in the Oscar-winning Les Misérables.
Tributes have flooded in from colleagues and fans alike, remembering him as a warm, witty performer who left an indelible mark on screen and stage.
One fan wrote, “His stage routine was one of the funniest things I’ve heard in ages. A dear man who valued his audiences.”
Another shared, “Really sad news. I met him at a con a few years ago and he was really lovely.”
Although the cause of death has not yet been publicly confirmed, his memory continues to live on through his work and the hearts he touched.
Rest in peace, Simon Fisher-Becker — a true gentleman of stage and screen.
