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Trainspotting star Vincent Friell has died aged 64, his agent said today.
The Glasgow-born star's breakout role came in iconic film Restless Natives, where he played Will, one-half of a criminal duo who became modern highwaymen.
He went on to portray the father of character Diane in Trainspotting and also starred as a property developer in an episode of Scottish sitcom Still Game.
Trainspotting star Vincent Friell has died aged 64, his agent said today. The Glasgow-born star's breakout role came in iconic film Restless Natives, where he played Will, one-half of a criminal duo who became modern highwaymen. Above: Friell (centre) in Restless Natives
Fans and former colleagues paid tribute to Friell today. Former radio presenter Ronnie McGhie said: 'I'm totally shocked to hear that Scottish actor Vincent Friell has passed away.
'He was in many programmes, but it's his performance in the movie Restless Natives that he'll be remembered for. A wonderful film.
'My thoughts are with his family and friends. Vincent, you shall be missed.'
Another fan said: 'Dear Vincent Friell you were so great. Funny as anything and a really clever actor. Such a loss.'
Vincent Friell (right) alongside Joe Mullany in Restless Natives, which was released in 1985
Friell starred as a property developer in an episode of Scottish sitcom Still Game
Still Game and Trainspotting star Vincent Friell has died aged 64, his agent said today
