Bob Hoskins dies aged 71
The actor Bob Hoskins has died aged 71.
Hoskins had retired, from a 30-year career in acting in 2012 following a diagnosis of parkinson's disease in the later year's of his life.
His agent, Clair Dobbs, today announced that he had died of pneumonia in hospital last night (29 April) surrounded by family.
Hoskins rose to national acclaim following his appearence as London gangster-turned-businessman in The Long Good Friday (1980).
Over a long career Hoskins starred in variety of major roles such as the private detective Eddie Valiant in the much-loved children's film Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (1988).
"We are devastated by the loss of our beloved Bob," the actor's wife Linda and children Alex, Sarah, Rosa and Jack said in a statement.
"Bob died peacefully at hospital last night surrounded by family, following a bout of pneumonia.
"We ask that you respect our privacy during this time and thank you for your messages of love and support."
