— Damian Lewis (@lewis_damian) April 16, 2021
We welcome your tribute to the beloved Helen McCrory. Please leave your comments at this link.
If you wish to make a donation, the McCrory-Lewis family has asked that donations be made to the Sir Hubert von Herkomer Arts Foundation here.
Helen McCrory as Polly Gray
All our love and thoughts are with Helen’s family.
Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/HBEg4Hz2Up
— Peaky Blinders (@ThePeakyBlinder) April 16, 2021
— Peaky Blinders (@ThePeakyBlinder) April 16, 2021
@ThePeakyBlinder @lewis_damian fun on set with Helen. She always had a wave and blew kisses to us at base such a talent gone too soon. #HelenMcCrory All our love to her family 🥰💝😘 pic.twitter.com/9W3TQanyNB
— george gwyther (@georgegwyther09) April 16, 2021
Forever part of the Peaky Blinders family.
📷 Anthony Byrne pic.twitter.com/93SeaS2JhP
— Peaky Blinders (@ThePeakyBlinder) April 19, 2021
We will be strong and try with all our might to smile today, and we will smile as that is what Helen McCrory did, she smiled with us every day. The shining light of our friend, our hero Helen McCrory will love on forever in the work we do. pic.twitter.com/WPx4Tkf0yM
— SirHvHArts (@SirHvHArts) April 19, 2021
We are so sad to hear of the passing of our treasured celebrity Ambassador Helen McCrory, who gave so much energy and passion to help us continue changing young lives. Our thoughts are with Damian Lewis and their family at this time. pic.twitter.com/Y6Zp1X1ZEI
— PrincesTrust (@PrincesTrust) April 16, 2021
Helen McCrory will be remembered not just for her remarkable stage and screen performances, but also for her selflessness and generosity. She and Damian were the motor driving FeedNHS, working tirelessly during the pandemic to raise millions for others. What a tremendous loss.
— Matt Lucas (@RealMattLucas) April 16, 2021
We will all miss my sister-in-law Helen McCrory. I have many fond memories of her. A huge loss to my family as well as to British acting. Thank you for the messages of condolence and sympathy which people have sent.
— Lord Mayor of London (@citylordmayor) April 16, 2021
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our beloved Helen McCrory, who played Narcissa Malfoy with such depth and brilliance in the Harry Potter film series. She was a wonderful actor and a very dear friend; Harry Potter fans will miss her very much. pic.twitter.com/wXexuxFNyG
— Wizarding World (@wizardingworld) April 16, 2021
I’m devastated to learn of the death of Helen McCrory, an extraordinary actress and a wonderful woman who’s left us far too soon. My deepest condolences to her family, especially her husband and children. Simply heartbreaking news.
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) April 16, 2021
Helen McCrory’s many brilliant performances at the NT included The Deep Blue Sea (2016), Medea (2014), The Last of the Haussmans (2012), The Seagull (1994), Trelawny of the "Wells" (1993) and Blood Wedding (1991). pic.twitter.com/Xm2eymPShw
— National Theatre (@NationalTheatre) April 16, 2021
For Helen McCrory
1968 – 2021 pic.twitter.com/eKAUgUkqO3
— Independent Talent (@ITG_Ltd) April 16, 2021
Utterly devastating news about Helen McCrory. I was very very lucky to know her as a friend and very very lucky to have seen her in many of my favourite performances of all time. pic.twitter.com/lChLKMYUn1
— Allie Esiri (@AllieEsiri) April 16, 2021
We are heartbroken, ‘beautiful one’ Patron of Arts, Helen McCrory has gone to be with the angels. Fly now, beautiful one.Blessed to have had the honour of patronage, passion,inspiration,creativity,a force of nature supporting children,young people in the arts 🎭 We Love You💔 pic.twitter.com/FjmsjnKRz5
— SirHvHArts (@SirHvHArts) April 16, 2021
We are greatly saddened by the loss of beautiful, brilliant actor, Helen McCrory, pictured here w/ our late founder, Josephine Hart #JeremyIrons & #MarkStrong reading @thepoetryhour @britishlibrary @eventsBL
Thinking all your family @lewis_damian
🕊Rest in Peace, Helen🕊 pic.twitter.com/cEJcXfnKZX— The Poetry Hour (@thepoetryhour) April 19, 2021
We are devastated by the terribly sad news of OQ Helen McCrory's passing. An astonishing talent on stage and screen, a generous patron of the arts at Q and beyond, and a selfless and inspirational fundraiser for NHS staff. Our thoughts are with her family at this tragic time. pic.twitter.com/Nzlsknqyn4
— Queenswood School (@QueenswoodSch) April 16, 2021
We’re so sad to hear of the death of Helen McCrory.
She will be greatly missed and our thoughts go out to her family.
We were privileged that Helen performed at the Almeida a number of times in her career, most recently in Ibsen’s Rosmersholm in 2008.
📸 Johan Persson pic.twitter.com/UcKiZ8MJpG
— Almeida Theatre (@AlmeidaTheatre) April 16, 2021
RIP Helen McCrory. She and her husband, Damian Lewis produced one of the most powerful #CheltLitFest moments in memory as they brought to life some of the greatest love poetry of all time. pic.twitter.com/L8I639qGYJ
— Cheltenham Festivals (@cheltfestivals) April 16, 2021
Unbearable and unbelievable that Helen McCrory has gone. A genuine firecracker with an aching vulnerability. A wonderful actor and a wonderful woman. Thoughts with Damian and family. RIP
— Mark Gatiss 💙 (@Markgatiss) April 16, 2021
So sad to hear the news about Helen McCrory — she was brilliant, dazzling, hilarious and I feel very lucky to have worked with her. She sent this beautiful photo to me on the last day of filming. My love and thoughts are with her family. pic.twitter.com/cegFJKnW0W
— Tom Rob Smith 🇪🇺 (@tomrobsmith) April 16, 2021
Utterly heart breaking, what a loss. Every actor looks & looked up to Helen McCrory – so brilliant and gripping and transformative and those who knew her as a friend really loved her. On Quiz last year & she was just so bloody cool, with funny anecdotes & stories and… pic.twitter.com/Xv7gXLuf7g
— Aisling Bea (@WeeMissBea) April 16, 2021
Heartbroken that Helen McCrory has died She played my mother I was 12 yrs old on Casanova’ & was the most loving & charismatic woman A phenomenal actress & a wonderful person My thoughts & prayers to @lewis_damian & family R.I.P Helen, I will always remember you Giacomo. Xx pic.twitter.com/257SN747kP
— Eugene Michael Simon (@Eugene_Simon) April 16, 2021
When I was in the NYT we did a BBC tv thing that Helen McCrory was the lead in. After rehearsals, I asked her for some advice about my upcoming drama school audition. She said, ‘come in an hour before we start tomorrow and I’ll go through your pieces with you’…
— Matt Sutton (C)🎗 (@CorporateSizzle) April 16, 2021
We are devastated to hear of the loss of Helen McCrory. She was brilliant, vivacious, and she made us laugh. A luminous presence on stage and on screen. pic.twitter.com/MlsHLt5MJQ
— The Old Vic (@oldvictheatre) April 16, 2021
We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of the talented Helen McCrory.
Helen appeared in several shows at the Donmar over the years, most recently in The Late Middle Classes.
Our thoughts go out to her family and friends at this sad time. pic.twitter.com/b2gtXLN2dU
— Donmar Warehouse (@DonmarWarehouse) April 16, 2021
We're saddened to hear of the death of actor and star of Peaky Blinders, MotherFatherSon and Roadkill Helen McCrory. Read the full tribute from Piers Wenger, BBC Director of Drama: https://t.co/Dlc8bf7hhK pic.twitter.com/lAum12QTdQ
— BBC Press Office (@bbcpress) April 16, 2021
We are saddened to hear about the passing of Helen McCrory, who voiced Asriel’s wonderful daemon Stelmaria. She will be greatly missed. https://t.co/RUwpkBVyWv
— His Dark Materials (@daemonsanddust) April 16, 2021
We are heartbroken to report that the uniquely talented, #HelenMcCrory, who voiced Lord Asriel's daemon Stelmaria, has passed to another world after battling cancer. We have lost one of the finest actors of our generation. Our thoughts are with her family and friends. pic.twitter.com/XGRykOFjc2
— His Dark Materials (@darkmaterials) April 16, 2021
We're so saddened to learn that acclaimed actor Helen McCrory has died from cancer.
Helen was a kind and selfless supporter of charitable causes.
Our thoughts are with her husband Damian Lewis, who has honoured us with his support over the years. https://t.co/NqSJ9Xc733
— Prostate Cancer UK (@ProstateUK) April 16, 2021
We are deeply saddened to hear the news about the brilliant Helen McCrory, and our thoughts are with her family. #RIPHelenMcCrory pic.twitter.com/9u35jh0rCO
— Joe Allen Restaurant (@JoeAllenWC2) April 16, 2021
Hold those you love and tell them every day. It’s all we have. https://t.co/mwsBQwpePi pic.twitter.com/gjEf0YkKhC
— Jason Isaacs (@jasonsfolly) April 17, 2021
Awful news about Helen McCrory. A sublime talent, and, from the couple of brief moments our paths crossed whilst battling Hogwarts, a very lovely person. 52 is no age. Xxx
— Chris Rankin (@chrisrankin) April 16, 2021
If you’re worried about why Helen McCrory is trending don’t look. Just grab a box of tissues, raise a glass and remember how much we love her for giving us the best Shelby.
— Lucy Nichol 💙 (@LucyENichol) April 16, 2021
This is so heartbreaking. Helen McCrory was a brilliant actress in every role. I'll most remember her in The Queen and Peaky Blinders, but she was in so much more. https://t.co/CF3pWE1tBb
— Julia Manchester (@JuliaManch) April 16, 2021
Wow. Helen McCrory on TV discussing her important charity work for the Prince’s Trust just six weeks before her death from cancer – and very few people had any idea what she was clearly going through. An incredible person. pic.twitter.com/5yhc6jbzol
— Dan Wootton (@danwootton) April 16, 2021
Helen McCrory was a brilliant force of a human and lovely to me when I worked with her and really looked out for her other actors it’s really very sad she is no longer here x thinking of her family and friends really sad x take care all x
— Christine Bottomley (@ChrissyBotto) April 16, 2021
It was a pleasure to speak to Helen McCrory & @lewis_damian on #BBCBreakfast last March.
They were part of a campaign to try & make sure NHS staff had at least 1 hot meal a day.
She spoke so passionately about helping others. https://t.co/YjXssFzhKG
— Dan Walker (@mrdanwalker) April 16, 2021
Love you and your fam, Damian. We are ALL here for you. Helen will be in all of our prayers. https://t.co/Wo9GcPUEwl
— Jerry O'Connell (@MrJerryOC) April 16, 2021
Oh she was just GLORIOUS. So sad. So much love to her family. Helen McCrory.. Thankyou. pic.twitter.com/DXUC6ODFja
— Tom Aldridge (@Thomas_Aldridge) April 16, 2021
Unbearably sad news about Helen McCrory. I met her at the drinks after the press screening of the first episode of Peaky Blinders. We had a 10-minute or so chat about absolutely nothing. I think she liked that I wasn't trying to get a story. She was bloody hilarious and so sharp.
— Louis Barfe (@AlanKelloggs) April 16, 2021
all our love Damian to you and the kids. She was a firecracker of a human being.
— Johanna Fuentes (@jfuentes) April 16, 2021
Filming without Helen McCrory has been so difficult.
Her passing away today is a real shock. She was a dear friend. She was humane, intelligent, unflinching, and a fighter to the end. A truly amazing woman. I'm speechless. I'm going offline. pic.twitter.com/nFVlxlrrPL— Professor Benjamin Zephaniah (@BZephaniah) April 16, 2021
I’m so saddened by the passing of Helen McCrory. A true treasure taken way too early.
She was an absolutely Brilliant person and a phenomenal actress. My heart go’s out to her family. 💔— tom ellis (@tomellis17) April 16, 2021
I am utterly heartbroken to hear this.. Damian I’m sending you and the family all my love and warmth at this time. Helen , we love you. Your talent , humanity and passion for life will be remembered by me and everyone your life touched with deep gratitude. Rest In Peace dear one https://t.co/5ztXDax8zi
— Kevin McKidd (@TheRealKMcKidd) April 16, 2021
“We are devastated to hear of the passing of the extraordinarily talented and gracious Helen McCrory. We were honoured to have worked with her on Skyfall and send our heartfelt condolences to Damian, Manon and Gulliver.” Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli. pic.twitter.com/hMSEqle83D
— James Bond (@007) April 16, 2021
So funny, so passionate, so smart and one of the greatest actors of our time. From the first moment I met her when we were just kids it was obvious she was very special. It was an honour to work with her and know her. Much love to Damian and her family. Heartbreaking. https://t.co/gsBO5Fr1ev
— michael sheen 💙 (@michaelsheen) April 16, 2021
We're sad to hear of the death of actor Helen McCrory. As well as fearless Polly Gray in BAFTA-winning Peaky Blinders, she was in 2007 Best Film BAFTA winner The Queen, amongst many other films and TV shows. pic.twitter.com/1CzeIIYfzE
— BAFTA (@BAFTA) April 16, 2021
Very sorry to hear of the death of Helen McCrory, such a brilliant actor; heartfelt condolences to Damian Lewis, their children, and all who loved her. pic.twitter.com/NRlo3KPKWb
— Richard Coles (@RevRichardColes) April 16, 2021
RIP #HelenMcCrory you were the best and always lovely to me. It was a pleasure to work with you. Love ya. Blessings to Damian and the family. pic.twitter.com/OPQQv0UZ0V
— Noel Clarke (@NoelClarke) April 16, 2021
I’m absolutely gutted by the passing of Helen McCrory. Truly, one of the greats to have ever blessed our stages and our screens. Her talent and work was legendary and sublime. Sending love to all who knew her and was lucky enough to work with her. A true legend.
— Callum Scott Howells (@callumshowells) April 16, 2021
Impossible to process the mighty Helen McCrory has passed. I worked with Helen on stage and of course we were lucky enough to get her in "Inside No 9". She was always immaculate and brilliant. An unfathomable loss. RIP . pic.twitter.com/fbau6kywzW
— reece shearsmith (@ReeceShearsmith) April 16, 2021
It’s simply devastating. In the brief time hanging out and working with Helen she was just everything you’d hoped she would be – no airs or graces, generous, naughty, kind, & total class. She lit up our stages and screens. I’m so sorry to her family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/unOQQmDsc4
— James Graham (@mrJamesGraham) April 16, 2021
So sad to hear this news. Helen McCrory was an unparalleled talent and made a difference to many young Londoners through her charity work. I have fond memories of her helping us unveil the statue of Millicent Fawcett in Parliament Square. Sending love to her family. https://t.co/fOS0RU6qTB pic.twitter.com/SwuwXeY04W
— Sadiq Khan (@SadiqKhan) April 16, 2021
Heartbroken at the news that Helen McCrory has died. She was so so brilliant when she came to work on Bill. Funny, generous, some wicked stories. I was in awe. My heart goes out to Damian and their family. Rest in peace.
— Ben Willbond (@benwillbond) April 16, 2021
Helen McCrory was fearless and brilliant. Her talent astounded me . She was a shining light and is so still.
— Elizabeth McGovern (@ElizabethMcGov) April 16, 2021
#RIP #HelenMcRory Such a wonderful artist and truly wonderful human being. Thoughts and condolences to Damian and the family.
— Sanjeev Bhaskar💙 (@TVSanjeev) April 16, 2021
We’re deeply saddened to hear that actor Helen McCrory has died aged 52. pic.twitter.com/aJvFTtRVsq
— BFI (@BFI) April 16, 2021
How terribly sad that we’ve lost Helen McCrory so young. She was one of the finest, most versatile and charming actors of her generation. The thoughts of all her many fans will be with Damian and the kids right now. RIP x
— Tony Robinson (@Tony_Robinson) April 16, 2021
Oh god, the brilliant, blazing, beautiful Helen McRory. How completely devastating. She shone in everything.
— Sarah Phelps (@PhelpsieSarah) April 16, 2021
We are so saddened to hear of Helen's passing. She was admired by so many and her legacy and talent will live on.
— SHOWTIME (@Showtime) April 16, 2021
Oh dear, Damian I am so so very sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to you and your children.
— Samantha Mathis (@samanthamathis) April 16, 2021
Love you. On set with your squad. We are holding you in our hearts so tightly right now.
— Sarah Stiles (@Lulubellestiles) April 16, 2021
My heart goes out to you and your family. Sending love. Helen was always so kind to me. She made me feel strong by just being with her. Such an inspiration to me. 🕯
— Samantha Morton (@samthesparrow) April 16, 2021
Devestating news. No words. The BoB family grieves with you @lewis_damian And we all grieve the loss of a real genius.
— John Orloff (@johnorloff) April 16, 2021
Stunned to hear this – so sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of working with Helen many years ago, she was an amazing actress and beautiful soul.
— Henry Ian Cusick (@hicusick) April 16, 2021
Devastated by the news and my sincerest condolences to you and the children. Sharing the stage at the Barbican she moved me to tears as she does now.
— James Faulkner (@jamessfaulkner) April 16, 2021
I'm so sorry, Damian. She was just wonderful. I feel so lucky to have had the chance to meet and work with her. She was so brilliant, fun and supportive. I'll never forget filming those scenes with her.
— Mathew Baynton (@realmatbaynton) April 16, 2021
Sending my deepest condolences to you on this incalculable loss. It was an honour and a pleasure to talk to Helen about her life last summer. My heart goes out to you and your family.
— Lauren Laverne (@laurenlaverne) April 16, 2021
So sorry to hear this – Helen made our night/whole year when she opened a performance of NHS choirs from across London in May 2019 @unisontheunion HQ. Kind and generous – a genuine shining star. pic.twitter.com/SMHcrPCcaB
— C&I NHS 🚶🏽♀️xx🚶♂️xx🚶🏿♀️ (@CI_NHS) April 16, 2021
We're deeply saddened to hear the news that Helen McCrory has died of cancer. Helen and her husband Damian Lewis have kindly supported Macmillan over the years. We would like to send our condolences to her family and loved ones this evening 💚 pic.twitter.com/qOLOX2FWRW
— Macmillan Cancer Support (@macmillancancer) April 16, 2021
Sending our heartfelt sympathies to Helen’s family, from all at SkyTV
— Sky TV (@skytv) April 16, 2021
Lost for words. Thank you Helen. I feel so lucky to have had the pleasure. Rest easy x pic.twitter.com/cm8XKccM0z
— Finn Cole (@FinnCole) April 16, 2021
Blindsided by this. Helen was a force of nature and just so fucking great in ALL ways. https://t.co/C91MAv2VK8
— Rufus Sewell 💙 (@FredrikSewell) April 16, 2021
Every time I met you, I was a little nervous. But you were always so gracious to me. Your body of work is testament to the phenomenal actor you were. You always shined gracefully on and off screen. You’ll be missed. Love and thoughts to Damien and family #HelenMcCrory pic.twitter.com/vGuVKJKfAH
— Luke Evans (@TheRealLukevans) April 17, 2021
Cillian Murphy wrote in a statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter, “I am broken-hearted to lose such a dear friend. Helen was a beautiful, caring, funny, compassionate human being. She was also a gifted actor — fearless and magnificent. She elevated and made humane every scene, every character she played. It was a privilege to have worked with this brilliant woman, to have shared so many laughs over the years. I will dearly miss my pal. My love and thoughts are with Damian and her family.”
Caryn Mandabach, Peaky Blinders executive producer shared an exclusive statement with Deadline on McCrory’s passing: “When Steve first conceived of the character of Polly, he said that if something should happen to Tommy, Polly would run the business. Only an actress with the depth of humanity that Helen possessed could have taken on that mantle. In truth I wish that Helen could have run the world’s business, because she was that cool.”
Peaky Blinders Creator Steven Knight said: “Helen was one of the great actors of her generation. She was so powerful and controlled and this is so sad.”
We are sad to report the death of actress Helen McCrory, who starred in 'The Vampires of Venice' https://t.co/tIkFbO6uHN pic.twitter.com/vfdI8mWERz
— Doctor Who (@bbcdoctorwho) April 16, 2021
Helen – you were truly one of a kind. Any time I have ever had the good fortune of sharing a space with you, you owned it. Completely.
But you have always made me feel at home. Without fail.
Love and strength to your family x pic.twitter.com/stv1TOYXQr— Sam Claflin (@samclaflin) April 16, 2021
Desperately sad to hear we have lost the wonderful Helen McCrory. An extraordinary talent on our stages and screens.
— Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon) April 16, 2021
Goodbye .Devastated my friend #HelenMcCrory died today . That brilliant woman- the greatest of actors. I so loved our time on #PeakyBlinders . She was witty , kind , skilled . Riotously funny .. and so damn cool. So young. Heartbroken for Damien +her family. pic.twitter.com/YHDYsV1VFh
— Sam Neill (@TwoPaddocks) April 16, 2021
Helen McCrory was unique. A really wonderful gifted playful spirit. Thoughts are with Damian and the family. You will be sorely missed.
— Rupert Graves (@_RupertGraves) April 16, 2021
Utterly shocked at the horrendous news of #HelenMcCrory . I first met and admired her in 1996. She was fabulous to work with, a consummate actress and a great colleague. My sincere condolences to Damian and their family.
— Amanda Redman (@redman1_amanda) April 16, 2021
Our hearts are with Damian and the children. So many glorious memories of time with Helen. #HelenMcCrory
Absolutely devastated pic.twitter.com/7v2Wt60wme— BLAG (@WeAreBLAG) April 16, 2021
Heartbreaking … it was clear to anyone who met them how much Helen McCrory was loved by & loved @lewis_damian & surely how much she will be missed by her family & those who were touched by her towering presence … do listen to her #did #DesertIslandDiscs she was magnificent https://t.co/SYz92GLsF8 pic.twitter.com/3TMLasPBlr
— Kate Silverton (@katesilverton) April 16, 2021
I once spent a week in a farm house in Kent work-shopping projects with the mighty Helen McCrory. She brought a fearless, fierce intelligence to everything her talent touched. I'll drink a wee dram for her tonight. #RIP https://t.co/DxWbBZ3Qwf
— Arvind Ethan David (@ArvD) April 16, 2021
We are saddened to hear that a beloved member of the SHOWTIME family has passed. Helen McCrory, who played Evelyn Poole in Penny Dreadful was admired by so many; her legacy and talent will live on. We extend our love and condolences to her family. pic.twitter.com/DZN3Ipjdhu
— SHOWTIME (@Showtime) April 17, 2021
Helen – you were truly one of a kind. Any time I have ever had the good fortune of sharing a space with you, you owned it. Completely.
But you have always made me feel at home. Without fail.
Love and strength to your family x pic.twitter.com/stv1TOYXQr— Sam Claflin (@samclaflin) April 16, 2021
By all accounts, Helen McCrory was a remarkable woman. By any reckoning, she was an actress of great power and vulnerability. Very sad to hear of her passing.
— Michael McKean (@MJMcKean) April 16, 2021
Sending so much love to you and the family Damian. Devastating news ♥️ Helen was a truly a goddess and will be shining in the heavens star that she is
— Indira Varma (@indyv9) April 16, 2021
Helen McCrory was an amazing artist 😔 She was the best thing in Peaky Blinders. Rest in Peace Polly Gray.
— Vir Das (@thevirdas) April 16, 2021
Skyfall Director Sam Mendes stated, “An astonishing talent, a fabulous person, and an absolute true original. The film and theatre world has lost a one of a kind actress, and her family and friends have been robbed of an extraordinary, indomitable spirit. The world will be an infinitely poorer place without Helen in it.”
BBC Director of drama Piers Wenger stated, “Helen was one of the finest actresses this country will ever see. Helen’s fearlessness made every part she played unique and unmissable. Her body of work speaks of her extraordinary talent, what it doesn’t speak of is her kindness, intelligence and sense of fun. This is too soon, too cruel.”
Helen McCrory went to my old school. When I was applying for drama schools, I wrote to her, she paid for a train fare for me to come to London to audition.
As a fresh grad, I worked at a baby class to pay rent which her kids were in, reminded her of her generosity, she told me
— Gabby Wong 王琦珮 (@ThatGabbyWong) April 16, 2021
I’m so, so saddened by the loss of Helen McCrory. What a wonderful, unique person and what a fantastic Actor. We have been robbed. My thoughts are with her husband Damian and their children.
— TOBY STEPHENS (@TobyStephensInV) April 17, 2021
I’ve nothing to add to the wonderful tributes of #HelenMcCrory who I too adored as a once-in-a-lifetime powerhouse of an actor, except to say my heart just aches for Damian & her young children. As a father of two myself, I can’t begin to imagine coping with that. So so sad
— George Rainsford (@georgerainsford) April 17, 2021
Not a single frame wasted, or a board untrodden. At the @bafta TV awards after doing my usual shift, the bar was shut. Without a beat, Helen McCory handed me her bubbles with a twinkle in her eye: ‘You look like you need this.’ Love to all she held dear. #HelenMcCrory
— Richard Arnold (@RichardAArnold) April 16, 2021
"I've lived life at 150 miles an hour and I've never really stopped…"
Helen McCrory's Desert Island DIscs is absolutely lovely.https://t.co/L03OlQD17D
— BBC Radio 4 (@BBCRadio4) April 16, 2021
'Just for old times' sake, let's pretend I don't despise you.'
Medea with Helen McCrory is now streaming worldwide on #NationalTheatreAtHome. pic.twitter.com/bRBflef5gX
— National Theatre (@NationalTheatre) January 28, 2021
National Theatre Artistic Director Rufus Norris said, “She was unquestionably one of the great actors of her generation.”
Carrie Cracknell, who directed McCrory in a stage production of Medea, told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme: “I can honestly say that working with Helen was one of the highlights of my professional life. She had this extraordinary, fierce depth of character and complexity and ability to articulate so many parts of the human condition. She was this tiny, tiny woman and she would stand in the middle of the Olivier stage and sort of be possessed really, it was like she was transforming. She faced up to it [illness] with a level of bravery and humour that was completely extraordinary and as ever was teaching people how to live so it was a remarkable thing.”
Sir Richard Eyre, who gave Helen one of her first significant stage roles in the 1990s, said one of the most upsetting things about her death was that “we will be deprived of major performances that she would have been able to give” and described her as a successor to Dame Judi Dench.
One of the finest to have ever graced our screens and theatres. Helen McCrory was phenomenal in every way possible. Her Polly Shelby was an inspiration to the kind of women I wanted to play.#RIPHelenMcCrory pic.twitter.com/0rzFyXLfKv
— Balvinder Sopal (@BalvinderSopal) April 17, 2021
I’m so saddened to hear of the loss of Helen McCrory. An incredible woman, and a rare talent who has achieved so much.
My heart goes out to her family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/ulqzbtDGWZ— Joanne Froggatt (@JoFroggatt) April 17, 2021
So sad to hear about Helen McCrory. Gone far too soon. Sending love and sympathy to Damien and the family.
— Adrian Lester (@AdrianLester) April 16, 2021
Utterly heartbreaking and unfathomable news about the exceptional Helen McCrory. Her brilliance, versatility and magnetic power on stage and screen were always a joy to behold. We’ve lost one of the greats. Sending my all love, thoughts and condolences to Damian and family 💔 https://t.co/VoQRAe2yJX pic.twitter.com/ByqqK3Jm1h
— Daniel Mays 💙 (@DanielMays9) April 16, 2021
Deeply saddened by the news of Helen McCrory. Every performance she gave was iconic. RIP. 💔 pic.twitter.com/N59SdpGa9T
— Carrie Hope Fletcher (@CarrieHFletcher) April 16, 2021
Such awful news about Helen McCrory. I admired her from afar for so long and was thrilled (and a little nervous!) to be able to spend a short time on and off screen with her in Quiz. She was human and funny and brilliant. What a huge loss.
— Mark Bonnar (@mark_bonnar) April 16, 2021
Her career to date had already marked her out as one of the greats but we wanted another 30 years or more of her extraordinary talent. So sudden, so heartbreaking .. Condolences to all who loved her 💔 #RIPHelenMcCrory @lewis_damian pic.twitter.com/KJvyaxCtWW
— Matthew Bourne (@SirMattBourne) April 16, 2021
I had the absolute pleasure of knowing Helen and the honour of working with her. I am devastated to hear of her passing. Love and kindness to you @lewis_damian and your family.
— Aneurin Barnard (@aneurinBarnard) April 16, 2021
Our thoughts and love are with you Damian and family at this heartbreaking time. Helen was simply awesome. So talented, beautiful, funny, kind and generous. ❤️ https://t.co/Y6IkrqbR81
— Cure EB (@CureEBorg) April 16, 2021
majestic. RIP #HelenMcCrory 💔 pic.twitter.com/btxbNnuWvo
— Jen Euston (@jeneuston) April 17, 2021
I am so sad to learn of Helen McCrory’s death. A great actress. I, dearly wish I could have the privilege of working with her.
— David_Suchet (@David_Suchet) April 17, 2021
i just heard that wonderful #HelenMcCrory has gone on her awfully big adventure . i loved her work . my heart goes out to her family ♥️
— KatyManning Official welcomes you (@ManningOfficial) April 17, 2021
We all at the Royal Court salute the mighty Helen McCrory. She was a phenomenal theatre artist of our times. Sending love to all feeling great sadness and shock at her loss.
— Royal Court (@royalcourt) April 17, 2021
Helen McCrory OBE.
1968 – 2021.
Rest well dear one. My thoughts and prayers go out to Helen’s family and friends. A great loss. A true talent. A beautiful soul. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/40zrhMmQ97— Jo Hartley (@MissJoHartley) April 17, 2021
RIP Helen McCrory 🙁
— Kristin Chenoweth (@KChenoweth) April 18, 2021
A devastating loss, professionally and personally of “a lass unparalleled”. Thoughts are with Damian and the family. RIP Helen. https://t.co/6okaXuhR4U
— David Bradley (@bradders_david) April 17, 2021
I just heard about Helen. This news will take time to process. I'm in shock. Rest in Peace Angel.❤❤❤❤❤ pic.twitter.com/ffaZd8TFPd
— ray fearon (@ray_fearon) April 16, 2021
I am completely and utterly floored by the news about Helen McCrory. She was one of the greatest actors we will ever see, a total one-off, utterly radiant on and offstage, the most generous and funniest person ever and I am honoured to have known her throughout her career. (1/2)
— Sonia Friedman Productions (@SFP_London) April 16, 2021
We are deeply saddened to hear of Helen McCrory’s passing. A truly talented actress, a magical presence on the Harry Potter films, and a kind supporter of MinaLima’s adventures.
Our condolences and love to her family and friends.
Mira and Eduardo. /* pic.twitter.com/RXgEuuJc8w— MinaLima (@minalima) April 16, 2021
So sad about Helen McCrory. Far far far too young.
— Lee Ingleby (@leeingleby) April 16, 2021
Met Helen McCrory very briefly through Potter. I'll always remember her kind smile and generosity towards young actors. Wish I saw her onstage. What a remarkable performer. RIP
— Rohan Gotobed (@Rohan_Gotobed) April 16, 2021
if you have the means and the desire, you can join me in honoring dame helen mccrory @sirhvharts.
my kindest thoughts and deepest prayers for her, for my formidable captain, damian, and for their precious children.https://t.co/1GL2U9EesC— itstimothydavis (@itstimothydavis) April 19, 2021
Helen McCrory RIP.. you were an absolute icon who I looked up to in so many ways. This is shattering news and my thoughts and love are with her family. Helen was true star and a mighty presence in our firmament. You will never be forgotten. Xx
— kate fleetwood (@katefleetwood) April 16, 2021
@lewis_damian, it is the likes of your beloved #HelenMcRory that I fought with everything I had to be on stage or on set with or just across the room from. And I’m so grateful to have been in many of her audiences.
— Pedro Pascal he/him (@PedroPascal1) April 22, 2021
Carey Mulligan dedicated her best actress win to the late Helen McCrory, who died last week after a battle with cancer #SpiritAwards https://t.co/Pzzyj5vuF6
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) April 23, 2021
'One of the good ones.'@NoelClarke pays tribute to actress Helen McCrory, who died aged 52. pic.twitter.com/Vok2VpUKzq
— Good Morning Britain (@GMB) April 23, 2021
“McCrory plays her part with the ferocity of a pit bull, the heart of a lion and the grace of a swan."
Mural tribute to the late & great @HelenMcCrory_ an amazing actor on stage, screen and an amazing human in life. There will never be another you.
Rest in Power, Grand Dame pic.twitter.com/34ckupkA9V
— chels (@chelsearjacobs) April 26, 2021
Moved into new office a few weeks ago, around the same time the industry lost 2 of the greatest
We wanted to honour them as they were much loved here at DE Casting. Our new meeting room & actors waiting room are named after them, we look forward to actors being in them both 🤞🏽❤️ pic.twitter.com/9lBqMOXCsc— Daniel Edwards-Guy CDG (@dedwardscasting) April 28, 2021
We were so sad to hear of the loss of the fabulous & inspirational #HelenMcCrory last week. Helen did the most amazing amount for #charity and she generously found time to support our #SingingforSyrians carol concert at Christmas, reading W.H. Davies' 'Leisure'. #WHDavies #Poetry pic.twitter.com/MW3lNsYIiI
— Hands Up Foundation (@handsupfound) April 19, 2021
The National Film Academy will like to pass our condolences to the family of #HelenMcCrory who was nominated for #BestActressInATVSeries at the upcoming #NationalFilmAwardsUK. She was a wonderful actress and we cherish her memory and her tremendous impact on our industry. pic.twitter.com/bkSmVCQrzj
— National Film Awards (@NATFilmAwards) April 28, 2021
#inmemory #helenmccrory #actress #pollygray #PeakyBlinders #knitted tribute #celebs #icons #vintagecar pic.twitter.com/NFJDS3Ij8x
— The Knitting Witch (@KnittingWitchUK) May 11, 2021