Michael Byrne has passed away at the age of 82. He worked in TV and films for decades. News of his death spread fast. Fans and actors left messages online. Most remembered him for playing villains. His face was known to many. Byrne appeared on Coronation Street. He also turned up in Harry Potter and Indiana Jones. UK papers wrote pieces about his career. People highlighted his long time spent in British shows and films. Social media was filled with clips and tributes. His death closes one corner of UK show business history.