Beloved ‘Ted Lasso’ and ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Star Anthony Head Dies at 72

Anthony Head, the British actor best known for playing Rupert Giles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Rupert Mannion in Ted Lasso, has died at 72.

His daughters, Emily Head and Daisy Head, confirmed that their father “passed away peacefully from complications related to pneumonia while surrounded by his family.”

In a career spanning more than four decades, Head became a beloved figure in television, film, and theater. His portrayal of Giles made him a fan favorite, while his role in Ted Lasso introduced him to a new generation of viewers.

He also appeared in Merlin, Doctor Who, Little Britain, The Iron Lady, and Repo! The Genetic Opera, along with numerous stage productions.

His daughters remembered him as an extraordinary father and said it was an honor to witness the impact he and his work had on so many people.

Anthony Head is survived by his daughters and his brother, actor and singer Murray Head.

Rest in peace, Anthony Head. ❤️