Albert Finney - who starred in films such as 'Tom Jones', 'Annie', 'The Dresser', 'Erin Brockovich' and 'Murder on the Orient Express' and 'Bourne' trilogy - has died at the age of 82 following a short illness
Albert Finney has died at the age of 82.
The English actor – who starred in a host of critically acclaimed movies such as 'Tom Jones', 'Annie', 'Murder on the Orient Express' and 'Erin Brockovich' and more recently 'The Bourne' films and Bond flick 'Skyfall' – died peacefully after having a short illness, his family has confirmed.
A statement issued by a family spokesman said: "Albert Finney, aged 82, passed away peacefully after a short illness with those closest to him by his side. The family request privacy at this sad time."
Finney was honoured with a BAFTA Fellowship in 2001 and following the news of his passing the British Academy of Film and Television Arts remembered his incredible contribution to British film.
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