Google has honored the late English actor Alan Rickman with a Doodle on the 36th anniversary of his performance in the Broadway play "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" which helped launch his career in 1987
Known for his distinctive voice and notable roles in films such as "Die Hard" and the "Harry Potter" series, Rickman passed away in 2016 at the age of 69 after a battle with cancer.
The Google Doodle pays tribute to the actor's timeless career and legacy in the entertainment industry.
Alan Rickman's performance as the scheming French aristocrat, the Vicomte de Valmont, in the Broadway play "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" marked his breakthrough role in 1987, earning him a Tony nomination and paving the way for opportunities in film.
The actor's distinguished career included notable roles in popular films such as "Die Hard" and the "Harry Potter" series.
In honor of his legacy, Google commissioned artist Helene Leroux to create a Doodle featuring Rickman raising his eyebrows and surrounded by leaves, which she described as a "privilege to honour" his life and career.
Artist Helene Leroux explained her inspiration for the Alan Rickman Google Doodle, saying that she wanted to capture his passion for creativity through the soft watercolors in the background.
The fine, fountain-pen like scratches layered on a background resembling white lined paper represent Rickman's popular autobiographical diaries, which captured the attention of the nation after his death.
The branches on either side of the Doodle were inspired by his diary scribbles, and Leroux expressed her excitement that Rickman's on-screen performances continue to leave a unique and lasting imprint on British culture.
Alan Rickman, a graduate of the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, became popular for his ability to play villains with wicked relish. In 1988, he starred as the criminal mastermind Hans Gruber in the film "Die Hard," which catapulted him to international fame as one of the most popular villains in cinematic history.