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Buffy and Ted Lasso star Anthony Head dies at 72 Just now Share Save Add as preferred on Google BBC British actor Anthony Head, best known for his roles in TV shows including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Ted Lasso, Merlin and Little Britain, has died at the age of 72. Head found international fame as Rupert Giles in hit teen sci-fi show Buffy in the late 1990s. He went on to have a recurring role in sketch show Little Britain, play king Uther Pendragon in the BBC's Merlin, and appear as former football club owner Rupert Mannion in Ted Lasso. His other credits included The Iron Lady, Persuasion, The Inbetweeners and Manchild. This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version. You can receive Breaking News on a smartphone or tablet via the BBC News App . You can also follow @BBCBreaking on X to get the latest alerts. Television
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    Anthony Head, the talented actor who brought depth and nuance to roles in films like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Ted Lasso, has passed away at the age of 72. Heads portrayal of the titular character in Ted Lasso was particularly memorable, showcasing his ability to bring humor and warmth to a complex and relatable character. His work in both television and film will be greatly missed, but his legacy as a skilled actor and a wonderful human being will live on.
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    Anthony Heads talent brought depth to characters like Rupert Giles and Uther Pendragon. His death is a loss to the entertainment industry and a sad day for fans of his work. May he rest in peace.
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