Actor Warwick Davis and his family are preparing for a challenging time ahead as the inquest into the passing of his beloved wife, Samantha Davis, is scheduled to commence. Samantha Davis, an actress, tragically passed away at the age of 53 at University College Hospital in London on March 24 last year. The family is hopeful that the upcoming inquest, set to take place at Inner West London Coroner’s Court on Monday, will provide them with much-needed answers as they continue to cope with the immense loss. Warwick Davis, renowned for his roles in Star Wars and the Harry Potter franchise, honoured his late wife during the Bafta film fellowship award ceremony in February. The couple’s love story began during the filming of the 1988 fantasy film “Willow,” where Warwick played the protagonist, Willow Ufgood. After tying the knot in 1991, they welcomed two children into their family.
The Davis family has enlisted the support of lawyers at Irwin Mitchell to assist them throughout the proceedings of the inquest. In a heartfelt statement released through their legal representatives ahead of the hearing, the family expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of kindness and well-wishes they have received. They acknowledged the immense strength and resilience that Samantha instilled in them and stated their commitment to honouring her legacy through initiatives like ‘Sammy’s Helping Hands fund’, created in her memory. The fund has already made a significant impact within the dwarfism community and aims to continue supporting families across the UK in the future. The past year has been arduous for the family as they grapple with Samantha’s untimely passing, and they are hopeful that the upcoming inquest will offer them the closure and understanding they seek.
In a poignant tribute at the Bafta film fellowship award ceremony, Warwick Davis dedicated his accolade to his late wife, reflecting on the challenges he has faced since her passing. He emphasised Samantha’s unwavering support for his career and her encouragement for him to seize every opportunity that came his way. Thanks to the unwavering support of their children, Warwick has been able to navigate through the difficulties and remain engaged in his work and life. Warwick Davis rose to fame as a child actor when he portrayed an Ewok in “Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi” at the age of 11. His career has seen him reprise his role as Willow Ufgood in a 2022 Disney+ series and co-found Little People UK alongside Samantha in 2012, a platform dedicated to assisting individuals with dwarfism and their families.
Samantha Davis also shared the screen with Warwick in the Harry Potter franchise, portraying a goblin in “Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 2”. Warwick himself played Professor Flitwick throughout the series and also embodied the character Griphook, a goblin from Gringotts Wizarding Bank. The couple’s collaboration on and off-screen showcased their shared passion for their craft and their commitment to supporting marginalized communities. As they navigate this challenging period marked by the upcoming inquest, the Davis family remains appreciative of the support and well-wishes extended to them. Their resilience and determination to carry forward Samantha’s legacy serve as beacons of strength during this difficult chapter in their lives.