Line Of Duty actor Brian McCardie has died aged 59, his family have confirmed.
Best known for playing mob boss John Thomas ‘Tommy’ Hunter in the policeproceduralhe also recently joined the cast of the Outlander prequel Blood Of My Blood.
His sister confirmed his death on X, writing: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian James McCardie, beloved son, brother, uncle and dear friend to so many.
“Brian passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, April 28. A wonderful and passionate actor on stage and screen, Brian loved his work and touched many lives, and he was gone too soon.
“We love him and will miss him dearly; please remember Brian in your thoughts.”
She said funeral arrangements will be announced in the coming days.
No cause of death was reported.
McCardie’s agent, United Agents, paid tribute on social media, writing: “We are shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic news of Brian McCardie’s sudden death.
“He was a highly talented actor who we were fortunate to play, and our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.”
Producer Paul Larkin posted on social media, saying he was “shocked and devastated” to learn of McCardie’s death, adding: “Brian was a brilliant friend and we had many discussions about mental health issues where he was a fantastic help to me . such that; he was a phenomenal actor. Sleep well, brother.
The Scottish actor appeared in an episode of Outlander, playing Sir Marcus MacRannoch, before being cast as the head of Clan Grant in the upcoming Outlander prequel.
The show, which revolves around the lives of Outlander character Jamie Fraser’s parents, is currently filming in Scotland, according to the Starz network.
With a career that spans three decades, McCardie has appeared in numerous TV shows over the years.
He starred alongside Sean Bean in the 2021 BBC prison drama Time and Irvine Welsh’s TV series Crime in the same year.
He also appeared in Sky Atlantic’s Domina, set in Ancient Rome, playing the Roman statesman Cicero.
His film appearances included Rob Roy, Irvine Welsh’s Filth and the thriller Low Winter Sun alongside Mark Strong.
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