Google Doodle celebrates Harry Potter fame, Alan Rickman's early career role in Les Liaisons Dangereuses

 

Alan Rickman played some iconic roles like Severus Snape, Les Liaisons Dangereuses, etc

Google Doodle celebrated the first role of iconic leader Alan Rickman, the face of Harry Potter's Severus Snape, in Les Liaisons Dangereuses, that was instrumental in launching his career

With his cold look and decisive demeanour, Professor Snape, is an eternal character for Potterheads. The character was brought into life by actor Alan Rickman. However, this was not the only iconic role played by the actor. On Sunday, Google is celebrating the unforgettable role of Alan Rickman in 'Les Liaisons Dangereuses' play which proved to be a launchpad for his career in his initial phase.

Alan Rickman performed in the play in 1987, and it was ‘instrumental in launching his career’, wrote Google. He is also known for his stupendous performance in Die Hard , Reservoir Dogs and Pulp Fiction.Born on February 21, Alan Rickman was a natural painter and developed interest in different art forms after being encouraged by his teachers and family. He built special interest for acting, and also earned a scholarship to continue pursuing this interest at Latymer Upper School in London.

Alan Rickman was an English actor and director, born on February 21, 1946, in Hammersmith, London, and passed away on January 14, 2016, in London. He was best known for his iconic roles in both film and theater.

Rickman began his career as a stage actor, performing in various productions including Shakespeare plays. He then transitioned to television and film, appearing in several British productions before gaining worldwide recognition for his portrayal of Hans Gruber in the 1988 film "Die Hard."

He went on to star in numerous other films, including "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves," "Sense and Sensibility," and "Love Actually." However, he is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Severus Snape in the "Harry Potter" film series, which earned him critical acclaim and a large fan following.

In addition to his acting career, Rickman was also a successful director, having directed several plays and films, including "The Winter Guest" and "A Little Chaos."

Rickman was widely regarded as a talented actor and beloved by his colleagues and fans alike. His death in 2016 was mourned by many, and his contributions to the world of entertainment continue to be celebrated today.