Finnian Garbutt dead: BBC actor dies age 28 after terminal diagnosis

Finnian Garbutt dead: BBC actor dies age 28 after terminal diagnosisBBC actor Finnian Garbutt – who was best known for his role as PC Ryan Power in Hope Street – has died at the age of 28, after it was revealed he was given a terminal diagnosisComments3amDaniel Bird Assistant Celebrity and Entertainment Editor and Amy Denman Showbiz & TV Editor16:10, 17 Apr 2026Updated 17:29, 17 Apr 2026View 5 ImagesFinnian Garbutt has died age 28BBC Hope Street actor Finnian Garbutt has died at the age of 28.‌The actor, who was best known for his role as PC Ryan Power in the popular crime series Hope Street, was diagnosed with Stage Three skin cancer, which sadly spread to his neck. His family said: "Hi everyone. We're absolutely heartbroken to announce that Finnian passed away yesterday after a sudden decline in his condition.‌"He passed peacefully at home, as he wished, surrounded by his family. We want to thank everyone for their support, their kind words, and for being with us during this really difficult time. And thank you also to everyone who donated to our GoFundMe page. The peace of mind you all gave Finn during his last days made his passing so much easier to bear.‌View 5 ImagesFinnian's family shared the heartbreaking news alongside a picture of the late star smilingThey added: "We will always love and miss you, Finn. You were the greatest husband, father, son, brother, and friend we could ever ask for, and knowing that you’re no longer in pain gives us all comfort, despite our own immense pain at losing you. We will soon be announcing details of his funeral. In the meantime, we ask that our family’s privacy be respected at this really difficult time. Thank you so much, and with all the love in the world, Louise, Luke & the family xxx."Tributes have since poured in, with Cameron Cuffe saying: "Finnian brought so much joy to so many and his memory will be cherished forever. My deepest condolences to all the family at this time.&q...