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Line Of Duty star Brian McCardie has died aged 59.
The Scottish actor was best known for playing mafia boss John Thomas 'Tommy' Hunter in BBC crime drama Line of Duty.
He also starred as Sir Marcus MacRannoch in an episode of Outlander and had recently joined the cast of the Outlander prequel Blood Of My Blood.
His heartbroken wife Sarah announced the news on social media. She wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter on Tuesday.
She wrote: 'It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian James McCardie, beloved son, brother, uncle and dear friend to so many.
Line of Duty star Brian McCardie dead: Actor, 59, who played John Thomas 'Tommy' Hunter has passed away suddenly as heartbroken wife paid tribute
'Brian passed away suddenly at home on Sunday 28th April. A wonderful and passionate actor on stage and screen, Brian loved his work and touched many lives, and is gone much too soon.
'We love him and will miss him greatly; please remember Brian in your thoughts.'
