Bob Hoskins Dies From Pneumonia, Aged 71
His family have released a statement confirming the sad news...
Wednesday, April 30, 2014 - 13:50
Actor Bob Hoskins has died from pneumonia, aged 71.
In a statement obtained by Sky News, his wife Linda and children Alex, Sarah, Rosa and Jack said: "We are devastated by the loss of our beloved Bob.
"We ask that you respect our privacy during this time and thank you for your messages of love and support."
The star - who is best known for movies Who Framed Roger Rabbit and Mona Lisa - retired from acting in 2012, and suffered from Parkinson's disease in the later years of his life.
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