"Helen McCrory Was One Of The Reasons Harry Potter Was Alive," Daniel Radcliffe Writes In His Tribute For The Actress

She was known for playing Narcissa Malfoy in the film adaptations of JK Rowling's Harry Potter novels

Helen McCrory, who was best-known for playing Narcissa Malfoy in the film adaptations of JK Rowling's Harry Potter novels, died at the age of 52 on Friday. Her husband and actor Damian Lewis shared a statement on Twitter announcing that she had died at home after "a heroic battle with cancer." He tweeted, "I'm heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family," he wrote in a Twitter post. He added, "She died as she lived. Fearlessly. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. She blazed so brightly. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you." pic.twitter.com/gSx8ib9PY9 I'm devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman who's left us far too soon. My deepest condolences to her family, especially her husband and children. Simply heartbreaking news. Helen McCrory as Polly GrayAll our love and thoughts are with Helen's family.Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/HBEg4Hz2Up We're sad to hear of the death of actor Helen McCrory. As well as fearless Polly Gray in BAFTA-winning Peaky Blinders, she was in 2007 Best Film BAFTA winner The Queen, amongst many other films and TV shows. pic.twitter.com/1CzeIIYfzE How terribly sad that we've lost Helen McCrory so young. She was one of the finest, most versatile and charming actors of her generation. The thoughts of all her many fans will be with Damian and the kids right now. RIP x Read Damian Lewis' tweet here: