Warwick Davis' children share message on dad's behalf following concern after wife's death

Warwick Davis' children have shared a message on his behalf as he sparked concern days after confirming the tragic death of his beloved wife. The Harry Potter star has since paid tribute to his 'favourite human', Samantha, who died on March 24, aged 53.

Samantha Davis, who was the founder of the dwarfism charity Little People UK, met Warwick on the set of the film Willow in 1988 before marrying three years later.

"Her passing has left a huge hole in our lives as a family. I miss her hugs," Mr Davis said in a statement, according to the BBC. "She was a unique character, always seeing the sunny side of life she had a wicked sense of humour and always laughed at my bad jokes," the statement added.

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The actor and TV presenter also described his wife, ‘Sammy’, as his ‘most trusted confidant and an ardent supporter of everything I did in my career’.

Days after sharing the news, on April 17, of Samantha's death, Warwick shared a message on X, formerly known as Twitter, and said: "I’m done here, Signing off," alongside a broken heart emoji.

It was quickly flooded with responses with fans sharing their condolences to the star, who first found fame through George Lucas's Star Wars and who played a goblin in Harry Potter, while some also shared messages of support and concern.

Just over an hour later, another post was shared from Warwick's account which had been written by his children. It said: "Thank you everyone for looking out for our Dad, he is taking some time away from social media. He apologises if his last message caused anyone concern. We appreciate all of your love and support, Annabelle and Harrison x."

And more messages of love and support quickly came flooding in. @notcapnamerica said: "We love him so much. Sending love and condolences." @MrMatthewTodd commented: "Sending you all a tonne of love. Look after him and each other. The whole country is behind you in this terrible time."

@morticiankate wrote: "Tell him to take all the time he needs. We are here for him and we love him dearly." @Miss_AngelaH replied: "Sending your family lots of love. Sorry for your loss and take all the time you need." @ZanderLaw added: "Thinking of you all after the sad loss of your Mum. Your Dad is a wonderful man, Please look after him and yourselves, My thoughts are with you all and your family."

Annabelle and Harrison, also paid tribute to their mother last week, saying: "Her love and happiness carried us through our whole lives” Mum is our best friend and we’re honoured to have received a love like hers."