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Another Actor Almost Played Albus Dumbledore After Richard Harris Passed Away

Richard Harris memorably played Albus Dumbledore in the first two Harry Potter films – Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets – before passing away suddenly in October of 2002.

Now, the director of the first two films, Chris Columbus, is speaking out about another actor who almost replaced Richard before they cast Michael Gambon in the role. Michael went on to play Dumbledore in the remaining movies.

Click inside to read who could have gotten the role and why they turned it down…More Here! »

In Memoriam: 9 'Harry Potter' Actors Who Have Sadly Passed Away Since Filming

The first Harry Potter film, Chris Columbus‘s Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, hit theaters almost 18 years ago.

Since then – seven movies later – we have sadly lost some of the talented actors who brought some of our favorite characters to life in the franchise.

Fortunately, J.K. Rowling‘s magical world will live forever and *always* in our hearts thanks to their brilliant performances.

We’re taking a look back at some of the Harry Potter stars who have sadly died since filming.

Wands up.

Click through the slideshow to remember the Harry Potter actors who have passed away…