Saving Mr. Banks star Ronan Vibert dies following a battle with a ‘short illness’ at the age of 58

Veteran actor Ronan Vibert has died following a battle with a ‘short illness’, Deadline has reported.

According to the publication, the sad news was confirmed by his management team.

Ronan passed away at the age of 58 and was known for works including Saving Mr. Banks, Rome, Dracula and The Snowman. 

Sad news: Saving Mr. Banks star Ronan Vibert has died following a battle with a ‘short illness’ at the age of 58. Pictured in 2012 

He leaves behind wife Jess Vibert. 

According to the publication, a private family service will be held soon, before a celebration of life in London.

Ronan was born in Cambridge and grew up in South Wales but in recent years moved to Florida in the U.S. 

Talented: Ronan passed away at the age of 58 and was known for works including Saving Mr. Banks, Rome, Dracula and The Snowman (pictured)

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Star: He is pictured in the TV miniseries Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell

He made his acting debut in 1989 show, Traffik.  The series served as the basis for Oscar-winning 2000 film Traffic which was directed by Steven Soderbergh.