Anthony Head and Sarah Fisher
1954–2026Actor Anthony Head (72) and his partner, animal‑rights activist Sarah Fisher (61), both died within months of each other in 2026.
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Anthony Head was a British actor born in 1954 who achieved household name status in the late 1990s as Rupert Giles on the cult series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." He also appeared in numerous stage productions, television dramas and films, earning a reputation for versatile performances.
Sarah Fisher was an animal‑rights advocate who ran Tilley Farm, a sanctuary for rescued horses, ponies and donkeys near Bath, England. Her work in animal welfare earned her respect within the activist community.
The couple met backstage at the National Theatre in 1982, remained together for 44 years without marrying, and raised two daughters, Emily and Daisy. Head died of complications due to pneumonia in June 2026, and Fisher died suddenly on January 1, 2026, as confirmed by their family.
Compiled from source reports. Automated record.