Trainspotting and Restless Natives actor Vincent Friell dies aged 64

Trainspotting and Restless Natives actor Vincent Friell dies aged 64

Vincent Friell, identified for his function in 1996 movie Trainspotting, has died aged 64.

The Scottish star, whose different credit embrace cult movie Stressed Natives and The Angel’s Share, performed the daddy of Kelly Macdonald’s Diane in Danny Boyle’s film.

Information of Friell’s dying was introduced by his agent, in response to a number of experiences.

Followers and former colleagues paid tribute to the Glasgow-born actor on Tuesday.

Former radio presenter Ronnie McGhie stated: ‘I am completely shocked to listen to that Scottish actor Vincent Friell has handed away.

Friell (left) starred in Trainspotting alongside Ewan McGregor. Credit score: YouTube

“He was in lots of programmes, but it surely’s his efficiency within the film Stressed Natives that he’ll be remembered for. A beautiful movie.

“My ideas are along with his household and pals. Vincent, you shall be missed.”

Rab C Nesbitt creator Ian Pattison labored with Friell when he appeared within the BBC comedy collection in 1992.

Pattinson stated in The Solar: “Vince did us the honour of showing within the Eorpa episode of Rab C. Nesbitt.

“His passing has come as an enormous shock to his many pals and work colleagues.

“What comes over clearly is how revered Vince was, not solely as an actor however as a humorous, delicate and caring human being.”

Different credit of Friell’s embrace detective present Taggart and Scottish sitcom Nonetheless Recreation.


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