Harry Potter star Matthew Lewis has paid tribute to the late Rob Burrow in an emotional post.
The actor, best known for playing Neville Longbottom in the magical franchise, wrote that the world is “a little less bright, a little less optimistic” without the rugby player.
It was announced on Sunday that the rugby league star had passed away “peacefully” aged 41 in hospital, five years after he was diagnosed with the neurological disease MND.
Matthew was a close friend of Rob and even voiced the audiobook version of Burrow’s autobiography, Too Many Reasons To Live in 2021.
leading to TwitterMatthew wrote: ‘It took me a couple of days to think about what to say about Rob. I think by now everyone knows what kind of man he was. The talent. Courage. Kindness.
Harry Potter star Matthew Lewis paid a heartfelt tribute to his close friend Rob Burrow on Twitter on Tuesday, just days after the rugby player’s death.
It was announced on Sunday that the rugby league star died “peacefully” aged 41 in hospital, five years after he was diagnosed with the neurological disease MND.
‘I grew up watching him play as a kid. I was lucky to be his friend. And I had the pleasure of spending time with him and his beautiful family. Knowing him was one of the greatest privileges of my life.’
Speaking about the opportunity to participate in his memoirs, he added: “Expressing his autobiography is the most undeserved honor.
‘A world without Rob is a little less bright, a little less optimistic. But his legacy will be as great as he is.
‘The Rob Burrow Center for MND will be built. And it will be the beginning of the end of this disease. Please consider donating below. Overcoming adversity, forever. I love you man x’
Matthew’s family and friends also sent their condolences in responding to the heartfelt post.
They wrote: “Amazing words Matt, so sad for Rob and Kev’s family. You must be devastated too and you are in my thoughts.”
‘Beautiful words Matthew and sorry for the loss of such a legendary friend’; ‘I am currently listening to you narrate his book. It’s still very difficult to assimilate. May he rest in eternal peace. Hugs;’
Meanwhile, Cat Deeley broke down in tears while watching a tribute video dedicated to Rob on This Morning on Tuesday.
The actor, best known for playing Neville Longbottom in the magical franchise, wrote that the world is “a little less bright, a little less optimistic” without the rugby player.
Matthew was a close friend of Rob and even voiced the audiobook version of Burrow’s autobiography, Too Many Reasons To Live in 2021.
Matthews’ family and friends also sent their condolences in responding to the heartfelt post.
Agony’s Aunt Deidre joined the TV presenter and her co-host Ben Shephard to talk about their grief following the tragic news of Rob’s passing.
Cat told This Morning viewers: “Just a quick word on our phone. Yesterday we talked about the devastating news that former English rugby league player Rob Burrow passed away peacefully over the weekend aged 41 in a battle against motor neuron disease.
Ben said: “Last night his family posted a very touching message from Rob, recorded before he passed away, let’s take a look.”
After the heartbreaking video was played, Cat broke down and began crying as she barely controlled her discomfort and tried to hold back her tears.
Offering some support to his co-star, Ben asked: ‘Are you okay?’
Cat sadly shook her head and said, “No, I told you I saw him this morning.”
Her voice cracking with emotion, Cat tried to read the next lines into the autocue and continue with the show.
Cat Deeley broke down in tears while watching an emotional tribute video dedicated to rugby star Rob Burrow on This Morning on Tuesday.
He was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019, just two years after retiring from a 17-season rugby league career (pictured with friend Kevin Sinfield).
Filled with tears, she said: “Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we have ever gone through, and that is why Deirdre is here to help manage your grief today.”
Rob sadly passed away after a brave battle with motor neurone disease, Leeds Rhinos announced.
He was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019, just two years after retiring from a 17-season rugby league career.
Rob passed away peacefully at Pinderfield Hospital surrounded by his loving family after becoming seriously ill earlier this week.
