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Actor Adrian Schiller has passed away ‘suddenly’ at 60 with his agent confirming his death in a statement today. The Victoria star's agent issued a concerning statement as he announced the sad news. Scott Marshall Partners, who represented the dad-of-one for more than three decades, said: “He has died far too soon, and we, his family and close
Friends are devastated by the loss. Read More Related Articles Vinnie Jones says he was 'rotting from the inside out' during alcohol battle as he finds new love with PA Read More Related Articles Sharon Osbourne reveals she couldn't stand two Celebrity Big Brother co-stars as she sparks new feud drama "His death was sudden and unexpected and no further details around its cause are yet available. "A prodigiously talented actor, he had just returned from
Sydney, where he had been appearing in The Lehman Trilogy and was looking forward to continuing the international tour in San Francisco.” The actor's agent confirmed that the star's death was 'sudden and unexpected' (Image: Ian West/PA Wire) He also extended his deepest condolences to the star's loved ones and said his family have asked for privacy at this time. The 60-year-old was also known for his 2021 appearance in BBC's hit detective series Death In Paradise where he played Pasha Verdinikov in two episodes as well as his roles in historical dramas The Musketeers on the
BBC and The Devil’s Whore on Channel 4. His heartbroken sister Ginny shared a message on the late actor's
Social Media account as Adrian leaves behind his partner Milena and son Gabriel. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, she wrote: "Dear all. This is Ginny. I’m so sorry to let you all know that our beloved brother Adrian died suddenly at home yesterday. Join the Daily Record's
WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. "He had so many very dear friends - sorry to those of you who are learning about this here. We will say more about funeral and/or memorial plans in due course. "For now, we’re taking things one step at a time, supporting Milena and Gabriel as best we can and trying to get our heads around the unimaginable. "Please don’t send flowers but if anyone wants to make a gesture, we will be setting up Trust for Gabriel and there’s a link below." Read More Related Articles Meghan Markle's mortifying wardrobe malfunction in £2,700 designer gown Read More Related Articles Rebel Wilson reveals famous star she lost her virginity to at 35 in new memoir Adrian's family have put up a GoFundMe page where they have asked for donations to Gabriel's Trust, to help support his son Gabriel and partner Milena. One of the actor's most recent projects was 2024
Apple TV series, The New Look, in which Adrian played Ambassador Hoare as well as his role as criminal,
Drake Underwood in an episode of BBC detective series Father Brown Also known for his theatre work, Schiller was among the cast in Second World War play The White Factory at Marylebone Theatre last year. Additionally, the actor made appearances in A Touch Of Frost, Raised By Wolves, Residue, The Hollow Crown, Doctor Who, New Tricks, Being Human, Silent Witness, Prime Suspect, Judge John Deed and My Family. In terms of
Hollywood films, he starred in Disney's live action Beauty and The Beast in 2017, the 2015 film Suffragette, as well as Mr Taylor in Bright Star and the English Master in 2019's Tolkien. The 60-year-old previously starred in BBC's Death In Paradise back in 2021 (Image: Ian West/PA Wire) He also became the face of the government's anti-drink-driving campaign titled Moment of Doubt which aired on
British TV which was part of the Department for Transports Think! Road Safety campaign in 2007. Tributes have poured in for the
London born star as one said: "Awful news that Adrian Schiller has died aged only 60. He played Uncle in The Doctor's Wife for Doctor Who along with appearances in a couple of Who related podcast series. #rip #DoctorWho." The official X account for The Lehman Trilogy shared: "We are deeply saddened and shocked to have lost our company member and friend, Adrian Schiller. "Adrian played Henry Lehman in the international production of The Lehman Trilogy. He was a highly respected and much-loved part of the company." Rufus Norris, Director of National Theatre, said: "We are deeply saddened and shocked to have lost our company member and friend, Adrian Schiller. Top showbiz news Middletons 'can't pay' insolvency costs Charles reverses lifelong food habit Laura Tobin 'struggling' on GMB Corrie star breaks silence after exit "Adrian was a wonderful actor, and the National Theatre had the pleasure of working with him throughout the breadth of his career. His recent performance as Henry Lehman in the
Australian premiere of The Lehman Trilogy was superb and his presence within the company will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this time." A fan wrote: "What a shock this news about Adrian Schiller is. A wonderful actor and from the few interactions we had on here he seemed like a lovely man." Get the latest celebrity gossip and telly news sent straight to your inbox. Sign up to our daily Showbiz newsletter here . Story Saved You can find this story in My Bookmarks. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Follow Daily Record
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