Buffy star Alyson Hannigan says she will miss Anthony Head ‘forever’ in emotional tribute

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7 Jun 2026 • 2:30 AM MYT
The Independent
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Buffy star Alyson Hannigan says she will miss Anthony Head ‘forever’ in emotional tribute

  • English actor Anthony Head, best known for his roles as Rupert Giles in Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Rupert Mannion in Ted Lasso, has died at the age of 72.
  • His daughters, actresses Emily and Daisy Head, confirmed he passed away peacefully from complications due to pneumonia.
  • Alyson Hannigan, who played Willow Rosenberg in Buffy, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, expressing her deep sorrow and stating she would miss him "forever".
  • Sarah Michelle Gellar, David Boreanaz, James Marsters, and other Buffy co-stars also paid respects, highlighting his impact and kindness.
  • Head was additionally remembered by co-stars from Ted Lasso and Little Britain and Merlin producer Russell T Davies, for his talent and warm personality.

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