‘She died as she lived. Fearlessly’ Peaky Blinders star Helen McCrory dies at 52

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Peaky Blinders actress Helen McCrory has tragically died at the age of 52. The actress who was married to fellow actor Damian Lewis had battled cancer for some time but lost her fight and passed away at home peacefully surrounded by friends and family.

Her devastated husband confirmed the sad news in a statement that paid tribute to her life where he said: ‘I am heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and might woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family. ‘She died as she lived.

Fearlessly, God, we loved her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. ‘She blazed so brightly. Go now, into the air, and thank you.’ Along with