Michael Byrne has died at 82. He worked in TV and films for years. News of his passing circulated quickly. Fans and actors shared tributes on social media. Most remembered him for playing villains. His face was familiar across the UK. Byrne appeared on Coronation Street. He also turned up in Harry Potter and Indiana Jones. UK papers published articles about his career. People highlighted his long time spent in British shows and films. Social media lit up with clips and tributes. His death closes one corner of UK show business history.