Anthony Head, the actor best known for the TV series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Ted Lasso, passed away at 72. The actor’s death comes just six months after his longtime partner, Sarah Fisher, died. The devastating news of his demise was confirmed by his daughters, Emily and Daisy Head. He was widely known for playing ‘Rupert Giles’ in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the Watcher and a father figure for ‘Buffy Summers’ (played by Sarah Michelle Gellar).
What caused Anthony Head’s death at 72?
According to Anthony Head’s family statement, the Buffy the Vampire Slayer star died due to pneumonia. They mentioned that Anthony passed away peacefully and was surrounded by his loved ones during the final moments. Anthony’s daughters, Emily and Daisy Head, paid an emotional tribute to their father. An excerpt from the statement can be read as:
“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of our extraordinary father, Anthony Head. He passed away peacefully of complications due to pneumonia, surrounded by his family. It will forever be an honour and a privilege to be his daughters, and to have witnessed firsthand the impact both he and his work have had on so many.”
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