UMVA has learned that a heartfelt tribute has been paid by Alyson Hannigan to Anthony Head, her co-star from the hit TV series Buffy The Vampire Slayer, following his death at the age of 72.
Hannigan, who played the character of Willow Rosenberg in the show, shared a poignant message on Instagram, expressing her deep sadness and grief over Head's passing. She posted an old photo of herself with Head, who played the beloved character of Rupert Giles.
In her emotional tribute, Hannigan wrote: 'This cut is so deep I fear it can never heal. 💔' She expressed her gratitude for having Head in her life, saying she was struggling to find the words to do him justice.
Hannigan's co-star, Sarah Michelle Gellar, who played Buffy Summers, also paid a sweet tribute to Head, writing: 'He loved you so dearly Aly.' Gellar expressed her sadness, saying: 'This one hurts a lot. Giles was our favorite father figure we wished we had ❤️❤️'
Head appeared in 121 episodes of Buffy The Vampire Slayer, playing a main character for the first five seasons before becoming a guest star in the final series. His character, Rupert Giles, was a central figure in the show, serving as a mentor and father figure to the main characters.
Tributes have poured in from devastated co-stars and fans, with many sharing their condolences on social media. Head's daughters, Emily and Daisy Head, also released a statement, announcing their father's death and paying tribute to his legacy.
The family has been through a difficult time recently, with Head's wife and the sisters' mother, Sarah Fisher, passing away just six months ago. Head's daughters described their father as 'extraordinary' and said it had been an honor to be his daughters.
Head had a long and successful acting career, appearing in numerous TV shows and productions, including Ted Lasso, Little Britain, The Inbetweeners, and Merlin. His legacy will live on through his body of work and the impact he had on his fans and colleagues.
