Actor Finnian Garbutt Dies Peacefully at Home Aged 28

Finnian Garbutt, known for his role in the BBC Northern Ireland police drama Hope Street, has died peacefully at his home at the age of 28.

The actor had been battling skin cancer for four years and publicly shared updates about his condition.

Garbutt appeared in all five seasons of Hope Street, which is filmed in Donaghadee, County Down.

His family announced his passing following a sudden decline in his health.

He is survived by his wife Louise, whom he married last year, and their one-year-old daughter.

The family expressed their heartbreak and gratitude for the support received during this difficult time.

The actor had spoken openly about his illness, revealing in March that scans showed rapid progression of the cancer and that he was entering the final stages of his life.

He described experiencing significant pain and hospital observations prior to his passing.

Colleagues and industry figures paid tribute to Garbutt's contribution to the series and his character PC Ryan Power.

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