Samantha Davis, the founder of dwarfism charity Little People UK and wife of actor Warwick Davis, passed away in March at the age of 53.
- BBC has shared a statement from Willow and Star Wars star Warwick Davis, in which he referred to his late wife as his "favourite human.”
- The couple met on the set of the 1988 film Willow and married three years later.
- Mrs. Davis was an actor as well, appearing alongside her husband in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.
- The couple founded the charity Little People UK in 2012 to help individuals with dwarfism and their families.
- "She was passionate about helping people, without judgment. She had time for everyone and a genuine listening ear," Mr. Davis said of his wife.
- He also described her as his "most trusted confidant and an ardent supporter of everything I did in my career."
- He went on to say:
- "With her by my side, I was sure I could achieve anything, it was like having a super-power.”
- Samantha Davis is survived also by their two children, Harrison and Annabelle, who also shared some words about their mother:
- "Mum is our best friend and we're honoured to have received a love like hers.”
- On the impact on their family her passing has had, Mr. Davis had this to say:
- "Her passing has left a huge hole in our lives as a family. I miss her hugs.”
- Disney also issued a statement regarding the passing of Mrs. Davis, calling her a "beloved member of the UK film and TV community."
- They also added:
- "Our thoughts are with the Davis family during this difficult time.”