Harry Potter, Cracker and James Bond, died in a hospital near his home in Larbert, Scotland, on Friday his agent, Belinda Wright, confirmed.
Vanessa Feltz has penned a heartfelt tribute to the Hagrid star, as the columnist recalled a brief moment with the comedy star.The 60-year-old said she has "never forgotten" an encounter with Coltrane in the makeup room of a Scottish TV studio.The This Morning star shared there was a side to the actor that many fans have never got a chance to see - often showcasing his comedic flair and ability to never stop performing.Vanessa suggested he must have been "exhausted" but with every laugh he received from the makeup artists he continued his "impromptu stand-up act".Writing in her column for The Express, she began: "I met Robbie Coltrane once.
We sat in adjoining make-up chairs in a Scottish TV studio and I have never forgotten it."He performed an entire impromptu stand-up act for their delectation."Each giggle inspired him to flights of fresh fancy.
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