Bob Hoskins, Actor In 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit?', Dies

[KentB3]

Bob Hoskins, Actor In 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit?', Dies
The Associated Press


LONDON -- British actor Bob Hoskins, whose varied career ranged from "Mona Lisa" to "Who Framed Roger Rabbit?" has died at age 71.

A family statement released Wednesday by agent Clair Dobbs said Hoskins died in a hospital after a bout of pneumonia.

His wife Linda and children Alex, Sarah, Rosa and Jack, said: "We are devastated by the loss of our beloved Bob."

A versatile character actor capable of menace, poignancy and Cockney charm, Hoskins appeared in some of the most acclaimed British films of the past few decades, including gangster classic "The Long Good Friday."

In 2012, Hoskins announced that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and was retiring from acting.

[Mickey'sGirl]

Oh no! So sad to hear this! I LOVED him in Mermaids with Cher.

[Dopey's Girl]

Oh no! So sad to hear this! I LOVED him in Mermaids with Cher.

He was so much fun in that role! So sad...

[Middle of the Map]

A wonderful actor. He will be missed by his fans.

[Elias1901]

Terrible news and very disappointing. He was a great actor, I was honestly really hoping to see him in some sort of sequel to Roger Rabbit before his time came. I'll miss Bob, rest in peace.

[PirateLover]

I knew him best from Roger Rabbit, and as Smee in Hook. I watched those two a lot growing up. Great character actor. Rest in Peace.

[sonamae80]

I loved him as Smee in "Hook". So sad!

[RAIDER]

He's so going to be sorely missed
He was so loved in the UK
Rest in peace Bob you were a true gentleman