We are saddened to hear that legendary actor Bob Hoskins passed away yesterday at the age of 71. We were inundated with tributes from many people today via social media who were shocked that such an icon could leave us so suddenly.

Bob was a brilliant man. We didn’t know him and, unfortunately, never had the opportunity to speak with him personally. Still, we were friends with many of those that had worked with him over the years and, through them, felt his wonderful personality.

We have felt the grief and sense of loss from those that loved him as more than just a man on a screen. He was a colleague, a friend, a brother and a father. We cannot just remember him for being Mario Mario, Eddie Valiant, Smee, or any other character because he was so much more.

We will miss you, Bob. All of us.