Robert Pattinson's Cedric Diggory and other characters that die in Harry Potter films

Robert Pattinson began his acting career with his portrayal of Cedric Diggory in 2005 fantasy flick Harry Potter and Goblet of Fire. He stole spotlight in every scene that featured him and went on to be one of most fan-favourite Harry Potter characters. Unfortunately for his fans, his character dies in film, bringing a tragic end to his character, and becoming one of several characters that die in film franchise. Read more to kw about characters that die in Harry Potter film franchise: 

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Characters that die in Harry Potter film franchise 

Robert Pattinson's Cedric Diggory

Son of Amos, Cedric Diggory went on to join House Hufflepuff. He was a school prefect, and always enjoyed overwhelming support of students. He competed in Triwizard Champion competition with Harry Potter. He and Potter are transported to a graveyard and are welcomed by Peter Pettigrew, who later kills him with Killing Curse.

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Professor Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore

Professor Dumbledore was one of strongest characters of Harry Potter film franchise. He was killed by Severus Snape on Astromy Tower, Hogwarts. This happened in Harry Potter and Half-Blood Prince. His death by hands of Snape came as a huge shock to fans, but it was later realised that it had to be done, and it was indeed Dumbledore's wish. 

Professor Severus Snape

Professor Severus Snape, also kwn as Half-Blood Prince, was seen as one of antagonists after he killed Dumbledore. But in last film of Harry Potter film franchise, it is revealed that he has always been an asset of Dumbledore's army. He has been double-crossing main antagonist, and later gets killed for his action. It is one of most heartbreaking scenes of film franchise. 

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Harry Potter 

lead character of Harry Potter film series also dies in film. In last part of film series, Lord Voldemort kills Harry Potter. Potter is n seen in Spiritual World and gets to talk to Dumbledore's soul. Here, he also sees a part of Voldemort's soul. He is later brought back to life by resurrection stone. 

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