A key actor in the famous Lock, Stock & Two Smoking Barrels film has died. PH Moriarty was aged 86, with his family taking to social media to confirm the passing.
They said: "We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of P.H. Moriarty. He was a talented actor best known for his roles in Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and The Long Good Friday.
"A gifted voice actor and a dedicated supporter of Orchid, his contributions and unwavering commitment will always be remembered. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him."
Best known for starring as Razors in 1980s gangster film The Long Good Friday, he died with his wife by his side in the early hours last Sunday."
He also starred in Jaws 3 and Patriot Games, and in 1998, Moriarty went on to play Hatchet Harry in Guy Ritchie's award-winning crime film Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.
Friend Jimmy Tippett Jr told the Sun: "Paul met Dad when he was very young and they went on to become lifelong friends. They always took the time to see each other and Paul often came to see my Dad in care when he was suffering with dementia. I know that Paul died very peacefully, his wife was holding his hand the whole time and talking to him.”
His last film credit was in 2021 as Ian Jarvis in gangster film Rise of the Footsoldier: Origins. Over his long career, Moriarty also starred in Quadrophenia, Scum, A Sense of Freedom, The Riddle and Evil Never Dies. The actor also has a long list of television credits, which started in 1978 when he appeared in Law & Order.
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