Anthony Head, the actor loved by fans for his roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Ted Lasso, Merlin and Little Britainhas died at the age of 72.
The late 72-year-old star died after suffering complications from pneumonia, his family confirmed.
They said he died peacefully and was surrounded by loved ones at the time.
The Ted Lasso actor’s daughters, Emily and Daisy Head, shared the sad news with the world and said he was an extraordinary father.
However, they added that it was an honor to be his daughters and explained that he will be deeply missed by friends, co-stars and fans who followed his long career.
Anthony became a global name for playing Rupert Giles in Buffy the Vampire Slayera role that made him a perennial fan favorite.
He later returned to great television success with Ted Lassowhere he played Rupert Mannion. He also appeared in popular shows like Merlin, Little Britain, Doctor Who, Fatherland and Silent Witness.
The actor was also known in the UK before his great international fame for appearing in the Gold Blend coffee adverts in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Anthony Head’s family went on to say that his legacy will continue through his roles and the impact he left on audiences around the world.
