Helen McCrory portrayed Narcissa Malfoy in the final three Harry Potter films, bringing poise and strength to the supporting role. A celebrated British actress, she was appointed OBE and also appeared in a James Bond film during her career.

She earned widespread acclaim as Polly Gray in Peaky Blinders, and starred in The Queen, Charlotte Gray, Fearless, and more. In 2020, she helped raise over $1 million for a food charity. McCrory passed away in 2021 at age 52.