Alan Rickman

Alan Sidney Patrick Rickman
	Rickman in 2011
Born	21 February 1946
Birthplace	Hammersmith, London, England
Nationality	British
Occupation	Actor, Director, Writer
Known for	Professor Severus Snape in the ‘‘Harry Potter’’ film series
Website	https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Rickman

Alan Rickman (21 February 1946 – 14 January 2016) was an English actor and director whose striking voice, versatility and presence made him one of the most respected performers of his generation.

Early life and education

Alan Rickman was born in Hammersmith, London, into a working-class family. After the death of his father when Alan was eight, Rickman attended Latymer Upper School in West London on an art scholarship. He later studied graphic design at Chelsea College of Art and Design and the Royal College of Art before switching to acting, training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), from which he graduated in 1974.

Career

Rickman began his acting career on stage with the Royal Shakespeare Company and achieved early acclaim in the 1980s. His film breakthrough came in 1988 with the role of Hans Gruber in ‘‘Die Hard’’. He went on to build a rich filmography including period dramas, romances, comedies and voice-over roles. His portrayal of Professor Severus Snape in the ‘‘Harry Potter’’ franchise (2001-2011) became iconic and cemented his status in popular culture.

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Alan Rickman movies and tv shows

Rickman appeared in numerous films and television productions over more than three decades. Notable credits include ‘‘Die Hard’’ (1988), ‘‘Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves’’ (1991), ‘‘Sense and Sensibility’’ (1995), ‘‘Love Actually’’ (2003), and the ‘‘Harry Potter’’ series (2001-2011). On television, he earned acclaim for roles such as Grigori Rasputin in ‘‘Rasputin: Dark Servant of Destiny’’ (1996).

Alan Rickman Harry Potter

In the ‘‘Harry Potter’’ film series, Rickman played Professor Severus Snape, a role he portrayed across all eight films from ‘‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’’ to ‘‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2’’. His performance brought depth, mystery and emotional resonance to the character’s complex narrative journey.

Alan Rickman Daniel Radcliffe

Rickman’s collaboration with actor Daniel Radcliffe—who played Harry Potter—was a defining feature of the franchise. Their on-screen interactions and off-screen respect helped shape the films’ tone; Radcliffe later referred to Rickman as one of his greatest mentors and supporters.

Alan Rickman wife

Rickman’s long-term partner was Rima Horton; they married privately in New York City in 2012 after nearly five decades together. The couple did not have children. Horton later revealed that Rickman had kept his final illness private to protect those close to him.

Love Actually Alan Rickman

Rickman appeared in the 2003 romantic comedy ‘‘Love Actually’’, in which he portrayed Harry, a married man experiencing a mid-life crisis. His performance added nuance to a light-hearted ensemble film, underscoring his ability to transition between genres.

Alan Rickman height

Rickman’s height was 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m), a physical presence that complemented his powerful voice and authoritative roles such as Severus Snape in the ‘‘Harry Potter’’ films.

Alan Rickman net worth

At the time of his death in 2016, Alan Rickman’s net worth was estimated at approximately US $16 million, earned over a decades-long career in theatre, film, television and voice work.

Alan Rickman cause of death

Rickman died on 14 January 2016 at the age of 69 from pancreatic cancer, after a brief but intensive fight. His diagnosis followed a minor stroke in August 2015 and was kept private until his death.