Veteran British actor, Patrick Godfrey, who was highly celebrated and respected for his amazing acting as Leonardo da Vinci in the movie, Ever After: A Cinderella Story has unexpectedly passed away. Well, the heartbreaking news comes days after the tragic death of Top Gun: Maverick actor, James Handy. Two back-to-back deaths of veteran actors has left the entire film industry in shock. For the unversed, Patrick was 93 years old at the time of his death. Continue reading to know the cause of his death.
Patrick Godfrey’s cause of death
If reports are to be believed, Patrick Godfrey passed away on June 4, 2026, at the age of 93. His death was confirmed by his talent agency the next day. According to his agency, the actor died peacefully at his home and at that time, he was surrounded by his family. It is worth mentioning that the agency did not reveal the cause of his sudden death. However, there are high chances that the actor passed away due to age-related sickness. It is also worth noting that Patrick did not have any major health issues that could claim his life. The statement by his agency can be read as:
“It is with great sadness that we can confirm Patrick Godfrey passed away last night. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. Paddy was an exceptionally talented actor and a remarkable individual, and we will miss him greatly.”
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