Ted Lasso alum Anthony Head He died at the age of 72, his family announced on June 5, 2026. The late British actor was known for a variety of film and television roles, and his colleagues and fans mourned his death. As more details emerge about his death, many are wondering what happened to Anthony in his final days.
Some of Anthony’s ex Buffy The co-stars praised him in touching statements. Emma Caulfieldwho played Anya Jenkins on the show, posted a photo on Instagram after news of Anthony’s death broke.
“I took this photo on the London Underground in 2011. I went to visit my friend Tony while he was shooting the film “iron lady” Emma wrote in her caption. “We ate lunch, went to a record store, had dinner and drinks and laughed until our sides hurt. It was a perfect day. There were many such moments with this amazing human being who I have been lucky enough to call my friend for 27 years. He was kind, wise, and a guide in difficult times. I was so loved.”
James Marsters, who played vampire Spike on the show, also posted a tribute on Instagram, which read: “There’s a hole in the world. Anthony Head is gone from us. He was a gentle, constant presence on the set of Buffy, and the best actor in the cast. He was the best of us. I was lucky to have known him and learned from him. He left the world a better place for his presence. Thank you Tony for everything you did.”
Here’s what we know about Anthony’s cause of death.
Who was Anthony Head?
Anthony was a British actor who recently starred in the film Ted Lasso as the character Robert Mannion, Ted Lasso’s ex-husband. Hannah WaddinghamRebecca Wilton’s character.
One of his most notable screen roles was playing Rupert Giles Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Anthony has also starred in numerous films and television shows, including… The Iron Lady, The Underdogs, Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters, Let the Wrong One In, Little Britain, Doctor Who Secret, Merlin, The Canterville Ghost and Bridgerton.
How did Anthony Head die? Cause of his death
Anthony’s daughters, Emily and Daisy, issued a statement to BBC News, confirming that their father died “peacefully due to complications due to pneumonia, surrounded by his family.”
Their statement read: “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our extraordinary father.” “It has been, and will forever be, an honor and privilege to be his daughters, and to witness first-hand the impact he and his work have had on so many.”
