**Sir Michael John Gambon (1940-2023)**, an Irish-British actor, was an emblematic figure in cinema thanks to his imposing screen presence and versatility.

His cinematic career was studded with memorable roles, although he is universally known for having taken on the role of Albus Dumbledore in six films of the *Harry Potter* saga, succeeding Richard Harris. Among his most intense performances is that of the brutal gangster Albert Spica in *The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover* (1989), which revealed his ability to embody complex characters, often sinister or authoritative.

He also demonstrated his mastery in works such as *Gosford Park* and *Sleepy Hollow*, often playing prominent roles with an aura of ambiguity or wisdom. His deep voice and physicality made him ideal for powerful or eccentric figures, leaving a distinctive mark on every performance.