<h2><strong>British Actor Simon Fisher-Becker, Known for ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Doctor Who,’ Dies at 63</strong></h2> Simon Fisher-Becker, the beloved British character actor known for his roles in <em>Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone</em> and <em>Doctor Who</em>, has passed away at the age of 63. <h3>Passing Confirmed by Family and Agent</h3> Fisher-Becker’s husband, Tony Dugdale, announced his passing in a heartfelt Facebook post on Sunday. No details regarding the cause of death were disclosed. Kim Barry, his agent at Jaffrey Management, also confirmed the news, expressing deep sorrow: <blockquote>“I lost not only a client, Simon Fisher-Becker, but a close personal friend of 15 years. He helped me out enormously and was always kind, gracious, and interested in everyone.”</blockquote> <h3>A Career in Film and Television</h3> Fisher-Becker’s acting career began in the 1990s with appearances in British television series such as <em>Hale and Pace</em> and <em>One Foot in the Grave</em>. However, he gained widespread recognition for his role in <em>Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone</em>, where he portrayed the ghost known as the Fat Friar, who haunts the halls of Hogwarts. His work extended to the iconic sci-fi series <em>Doctor Who</em>, in which he played the recurring character Dorium Maldovar from 2010 to 2011. He later reprised his involvement in the <em>Doctor Who</em> universe as a voice actor in the 2014 <em>Doctor Who Online Adventures</em> series, lending his voice to Gen. Nylan. <h3>A Fan-Favorite at Conventions</h3> Beyond his on-screen work, Fisher-Becker was a regular guest on the convention circuit, meeting and interacting with fans of the franchises he was part of. His enthusiasm and generosity made him a favorite among fans and colleagues alike. <h3>Later Work and Voice Acting</h3> From 2013 to 2018, Fisher-Becker starred in three seasons of the UK-based sci-fi drama <em>Waterside</em>. He continued his career into the 2020s, lending his voice to several productions, including the <em>Sherlock Holmes</em> mini-series, where he voiced Arthur Morstan. His most recent work included the 2022 podcast <em>Abnormal Stories</em> and his final credited performance in 2024 as a voice actor in <em>Jenny – The Doctor’s Daughter</em>. <h3>Fond Reflections on His Career</h3> In a 2023 interview with BTG Interviews, Fisher-Becker spoke warmly about his experiences working in the industry: <blockquote>“Most of the actors I’ve gotten to work with, especially the bigger names, have been utterly delightful and very kind. I wouldn’t be where I am today without the kindness of those people.”</blockquote> His passing marks the loss of a talented and cherished actor whose contributions to film, television, and the sci-fi community will not be forgotten. <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2025/03/10/entertainment/simon-fisher-becker-death/index.html"><em>Source</em></a>