Anthony Head, a British actor known worldwide for his role as Rupert Giles in Buffy against vampiresHe died at the age of 72. His family announced his death this Friday. He died peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, after complications from pneumonia.
Buffy's mentor, who became a cult figure
For several generations of viewers, Anthony Head will always be Rupert Giles, the librarian, mentor and protector of Buffy Summers in Buffy against vampiresPresent at the heart of the series broadcast from 1997 to 2003, his character was one of the emotional pillars of the program: calm, erudite, stern when necessary, deeply attached to those he protected.
From Buffy to Ted Lasso, a very broad career
Anthony Head was never defined by a single role. In recent years, he had captivated a new audience with Ted lassowhere he portrayed Rupert Mannion, former owner of AFC Richmond. His career also includes Merlinin which he played Uther Pendragon, Little Britain, The Iron Lady, The Inbetweeners Movie et Bridgerton.
A celebrity born before Hollywood
Before his international recognition, Anthony Head made a name for himself in the UK in the 1980s thanks to the highly popular Nescafé Gold Blend commercials. He also came from a musical theatre background, with appearances in Godspell, Chess, and The Rocky Horror Show.
A family of artists
Born on February 20, 1954, in Camden, London, Anthony Stewart Head grew up in an artistic environment. His mother, Helen Shingler, was an actress. His father, Seafield Laurence Stewart Murray Head, worked in documentary filmmaking. His older brother, Murray Head, is also an actor and singer. Anthony Head had two daughters, Emily and Daisy Head, both actresses.
A disappearance that affects several generations
His death follows that of his longtime partner, Sarah Fisher, a prominent figure in animal welfare. Anthony Head leaves behind a career spanning nearly half a century, encompassing advertising, theatre, British television, cult American series, and international streaming platforms.
