‘Trainspotting’ actor Vincent Friell dies aged 64
nme.comTrainspotting, has died at the age of 64.The Scottish actor appeared in Danny Boyle’s 1996 film playing the father of Kelly Macdonald’s character Diane.
His other credits include the 1985 cult classic Restless Natives, in which he played Will ‘The Wolfman’. The news was confirmed by his agent, who said he died “unexpectedly in hospital” on April 14. “There has been an outpouring of love from actors, directors, writers, creatives and crew who admired his work as a gifted actor and loved him as a gentle, kind, warmhearted friend with a fantastic wit and humour.”Tributes have been paid to Friell from across the entertainment world.Rab C.
Nesbitt creator Ian Pattison spoke fondly of the actor after he appeared on a 1992 episode of the comedy show, saying: “His passing has come as a huge shock to his many friends and work colleagues.
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