Hope Street Actor Finnian Garbutt Dies Aged 28 Finnian Garbutt, the Northern Irish actor best known for his role as Police Constable Ryan Power in the BBC drama Hope Street, has died at the age of 28. His passing was announced by his family on social media, who shared that he died “peacefully at home” surrounded by loved ones after a sudden decline in his condition. Garbutt, who was born in Bangor, County Down, had been diagnosed with skin cancer four years prior to his death. In recent months, he spoke publicly about his terminal diagnosis, revealing that the cancer had spread to his neck. Despite his illness, he continued to work on Hope Street, appearing in the last three series of the show filmed in Donaghadee. His family released a heartfelt statement expressing their grief and gratitude for the support they received during this difficult time. They described him as “the greatest husband, father, son, brother and friend we could request for” and thanked everyone for their kind words and donations to their GoFundMe page, which helped provide peace of mind during his final days. Co-stars and colleagues paid tribute to Garbutt following the news. Cameron Cuffe, who acted alongside him in Hope Street, said Garbutt had “brought joy to so many” and that his memory would be cherished forever. Eddie Doyle, Head of Content Commissioning at BBC Northern Ireland, praised him as a “key part of Hope Street’s appeal,” noting the joy and fun he brought to the set every day. Long Story TV, the production company behind Hope Street, described Garbutt as a “much-loved member of the Hope Street family,” emphasizing his popularity with audiences and his positive presence on set. They extended their deepest sympathies to his wife Louise, their one-year-old daughter and his wider family and friends. Finnian Garbutt is survived by his wife Louise and their young daughter. His legacy lives on through his performances and the impact he made on those who knew him personally and professionally.
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