Star Wars, Harry Potter Actor Paul Grant Has Passed Away
Paul Grant, a British actor who appeared in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and Labyrinth, has passed away at the age of 56. According to reports, Grant collapsed at a London train station on March 16. After several days of hospitalization, his family decided to discontinue life support.
Among Grant’s film roles were an Ewok in Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi in 1983 and as a ember of the “goblin corps” in the 1986 Jim Henson fantasy film Labyrinth, starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly. He also played a goblin in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001. He was a stunt performer in 1988’s Willow and 1985’s Legend.
In an interview with Sky News, Grant’s daughter Sophie Jayne Grant said “I’m heartbroken. No girl deserves their dad to be taken away. He was so well known and loved. He’s gone too soon.”
In speaking of her dad, Sophie told The Sun (UK) “My dad was a legend in so many ways. He always brought a smile and laughter to everyone’s face. He would do anything for anyone.”
A GoFundMe account has been set up to help Grant’s family cover the cost of his funeral.
Mark Hamill responded on Twitter to news of his passing.
Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences to Paul’s family, friends, and fans.
