Anthony Head, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Ted Lasso" star, dies at 72

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Anthony Head, the British actor best known for playing librarian Rupert Giles on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and who recently appeared in "Ted Lasso," has died at 72. Head's portrayal of the Watcher who guided Buffy Summers made him a fixture in the beloved supernatural drama that ran for seven seasons starting in 1997. Beyond the show that defined much of his career, he appeared in countless television and film roles, earning recognition for his versatility across drama and comedy. His death marks the loss of another key figure from the cult classic series that launched numerous cast members to broader fame.