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BLOG Andy Hallett RIP

SFX Blogger Narin Bahar has some very sad news.


Andy Hallett RIP

Actor Andy Hallett, renowned for playing Lorne in Angel, has died aged just 33.

Posting on his MySpace page, former Angel make up designer Dayne Johnson broke the news late this evening. He said: "It is with great sadness and my heavy heart to have to tell those of you who do not know, that Andy Hallett passed away last night. His friendship and laughter will be remembered forever."

Andy Hallett was born in Massachusetts and moved to Los Angeles where he got the role of the karoake-loving Host after Joss Whedon saw him singing in a Blues revue. The role was his first ever job as an actor. He had been in ill health for some time.

A fan favourite, he was a regular on the convention circuit, and visited the UK many times appearing at events and signings.


SFX is shocked to hear this news and our sincerest condolences to his family and friends

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He will be missed. What a fantastic person he was.

Posted by Kell Harker (127.0.0.1) on March 30, 2009 at 10:50 PM BST #

I met him a few times, he was an awesome guest at conventions. He always went that extra mile for attendees and was a really fun, enthusiastic guy.

Posted by Chris Slinn (127.0.0.1) on March 30, 2009 at 10:58 PM BST #

It seems to have been removed from his page now and it's not been reported anywhere else...?

Posted by Matt (127.0.0.1) on March 30, 2009 at 11:21 PM BST #

Rest in peace Mr Hallett you were very much my favourite character in Angel

Posted by Ben Hazuki (127.0.0.1) on March 30, 2009 at 11:36 PM BST #

Such a shock. He was a wonderful and very livley man :(

Posted by 127.0.0.1 on March 30, 2009 at 11:56 PM BST #

This has left me... stunned. R.I.P Mr Hallet

Posted by Wonderous Wolf (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 01:05 AM BST #

It's being reported here:

http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/watch_with_kristin/b106789_angel_star_andy_hallett_dies_of_heart.html

Very sad news. Seemed like a great guy.

Posted by Adam Whitehead (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 05:26 AM BST
Website: http://thewertzone.blogspot.com/ #

A great guy, a talented & charismatic man, such a huge loss

Posted by Julie Clayton (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 07:42 AM BST #

I met him in Blackpool a few years ago and he was far and away the most interesting guest - talking to everyone/singing/dancing. What a young age!

Posted by Tony (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 08:14 AM BST #

Sad news. 33 is no age really.
R.I.P and condolences to his family and friends.

Posted by Pete (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 08:29 AM BST #

Very sad news - he created a great character in Lorne and seemed like a funny and sweet guy. Must also be strange for colleagues Denisof and Hannigan - who just had a baby on the same (?) day.

Posted by Steven (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 10:09 AM BST #

Very sad. I only just finished re-watching Angel a few weeks ago so remember exactly just how good he was on the show.

RIP, thoughts with family and friends.

Posted by Daniel Francis (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 11:22 AM BST #

R.I.P
Such a great shame.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends.

Posted by Jay&Cat (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 12:27 PM BST #

Aw man. That is sad news. Top bloke. Great at cons.

So long Andy. You'll be missed.

Posted by Hugh Jass (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 01:09 PM BST #

I have tears. What sad terrible news. RIP Andy.

Posted by Em (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 01:50 PM BST #

this is not good at all he died too young man!! he could do alot of things if he was still alive bless him >>RiP<<

Posted by Nae (127.0.0.1) on March 31, 2009 at 02:27 PM BST
Website: http://www.facebook.com/NaeNanga #

This is shocking news and my sympathy goes out to his friends and family.

Great actor who brought a lot of fun to the Angel series.

Posted by Mr Kleason (127.0.0.1) on April 01, 2009 at 10:42 AM BST #

Such sad news, Godspeed Andy, you will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to his family and friends.

Posted by Lids (127.0.0.1) on April 02, 2009 at 12:51 AM BST #

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