The actress was known for her extensive career, with roles such as Aunt Polly in
Harry Potter films and Cherie Blair in
The Queen.
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"I'm heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from family and friends.
"She died as she lived. Fearlessly. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives.
"She blazed so brightly. Go now, Little One, into the air and thank you."