Actor Bob Hoskins dies aged 71
Actor Bob Hoskins has died following pneumonia at the age of 71, his agent Clair Dobbs said today.
Hoskins retired in 2012 after Parkinson's diagnosis
Actor Bob Hoskins, known for roles in films such as Who Framed Roger Rabbit and The Long Good Friday, has died from pneumonia at the age of 71.
The star, who landed a best actor Oscar nomination for Mona Lisa, retired from screen work in 2012 after he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
His family released a statement saying he died last night in hospital.
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