A place for those who "Trust the Fungus"

We have just learned that Bob Hoskins will be retiring from acting due to a diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease. He has stated that he:

wishes to thank all the great and brilliant people he has worked with over the years, and all of his fans who have supported him during a wonderful career. [He] is now looking forward to his retirement with his family, and would greatly appreciate that his privacy be respected at this time.

Hoskins will be remembered as the man who brought Mario to life in the way that no other person could, but also as Eddie Valiant, Smee and so many others. His retirement changes nothing about who he is or what he has offered and will continue to offer us in life.

Remember him as the brilliantly talented actor that he was, and for the always sincere man that he will continue to be.

That's really too bad. He will be greatly missed in the world of cinema. He has had a long successful career that he should be proud of. Maybe someday he will be proud of Super Mario Bros. too! Thanks for all you have given us and happy retirement Bob!