Hugh Laurie shares throwback with Robbie Coltrane: ‘Don’t think I’ve ever laughed so much’
express.co.ukTwitter to remember his former co-star Robbie Coltrane, who sadly died yesterday. Hugh paid tribute to the Harry Potter actor by sharing a throwback to their time together.
Yesterday, Hugh tweeted: “I hope it’s OK to spout memories: I used to ride with Robbie Coltrane between Manchester and London in his sort-of-restored MGA.“I’d roll him cigarettes while he discoursed on the ways of the world, and I don’t think I’ve ever laughed or learned so much in my life.”Hugh acted alongside Robbie in the period sitcom Blackadder and in the sketch series Alfresco.The late Scottish actor appeared in several high-profile British series and film franchises, including the James Bond films.He is also well known for playing beloved Hogwarts gamekeeper Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter franchise.
Hugh’s Blackadder and Alfresco co-star Stephen Fry, who is also the narrator of the Harry Potter audiobooks, shared another touching tribute to Robbie.
Stephen wrote: “I first met Robbie Coltrane almost exactly 40 years ago. I was awe/terror/love struck all at the same time. “Such depth, power & talent: funny enough to cause helpless hiccups & honking as we made our first TV show, Alfresco.
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