(CNN) — Bob Hoskins, the pugnacious British actor known for playing gangsters, tough guys and working-class gentlemen in such films as "Who Framed Roger Rabbit," "The Long Good Friday" and "Mermaids," has died, publicist Clair Dobbs said Wednesday
Known for his roles in films such as Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, Brazil and the infamous Super Mario Bros movie, beloved British actor Bob Hoskins passed away yesterday at the age of 71. A familiar face on the big and
"Bob was a great actor and an even greater man," she said. "Funny, loyal, instinctive, hard working, with that inimitable energy that seemed like a spectacular firework rocket just as it takes off." She said Hoskins had been supportive and without ego
Actor Bob Hoskins, best known for roles in Who Framed Roger Rabbit and The Long Good Friday, has passed away aged 71 as a result of pneumonia. Hoskins died on Tuesday in hospital, surrounded by family, according to his agent. Though he retired from
"Bob was a great actor and an even greater man," she said. "Funny, loyal, instinctive, hard working, with that inimitable energy that seemed like a spectacular firework rocket just as it takes off." She said Hoskins had been supportive and without ego