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Patrick Godfrey, who starred in 1998’s “Ever After” with Drew Barrymore, has died at the age of 93.

The actor passed away on Thursday, according to his talent agency, Markham Froggatt & Irwin.

“It is with great sadness that we can confirm Patrick Godfrey passed away last night,” the statement began. “He died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Paddy was an exceptionally talented actor and a remarkable individual, and we will miss him greatly.”

Patrick Godfrey posing in front of a banner for "The Importance of Being Earnest".

Patrick Godfrey (pictured here in 2014) died at the age of 93 on Thursday. Joanne Davidson / Shutterstock

Patrick Godfrey in 1999.

The actor’s talent agency said the late star (pictured here in 1999) “died peacefully at home surrounded by his family.” / SplashNews.com

A cause of death has yet to be confirmed.

Godfrey was best known for the role of Leonardo da Vinci in the 1998 rom-com, alongside Barrymore and Dougray Scott, Anjelica Huston, Megan Dodds, Melanie Lynskey, Timothy West and Judy Parfitt.

.The movie was a spin on the tale of Cinderella.

Drew Barrymore smiles at Patrick Godfrey who wears a long white beard, in a scene from the film "Ever After."

Godfrey portrayed Leonardo da Vinci in the 1998 rom-com “Eve After,” (pictured here with co-star Drew Barrymore) starring Dougray Scott, Anjelica Huston, Megan Dodds, Melanie Lynskey, Timothy West and Judy Parfitt.
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Patrick Godfrey as Leonardo da Vinci with inventions in the 1998 movie "Ever After."

Godfrey (pictured here in the 19998 film) got his start with BBC’s Radio Drama Company in 1956. ©20thCentFox/Courtesy Everett Collection

Godfrey first broke into the entertainment business in 1956 after joining BBC’s Radio Drama Company.

The late star then made his film debut in the television production of 1972’s “Miss Julie,” alongside Helen Mirren, Donal McCann and Heather Canning.

Godfrey’s career spanned decades, also starring in “Clockwise” in 1986, “The Remains of the Day” in 1993, 2002’s “The Count of Monte Cristo” and “Les Misérables” in 2012.

The Royal Shakespeare Company members Denis Homles, Norman Rodway, Patrick Godfrey, Miles Richardson, Martin Lev, Maroussia Frank, and Ian Richardson at an airport.

The Hollywood icon (pictured here with the The Royal Shakespeare Company members Denis Homles, Norman Rodway, Miles Richardson, Martin Lev, Maroussia Frank, and Ian Richardson) made his film debut in a television production of “Miss Julie” in 1972, opposite Helen Mirren, Donal McCann and Heather Canning. PA Images via Getty Images

Patrick Godfrey portraying Justice Wainwright in "Witness for the Prosecution" at a photocall.

Godfrey (pictured here in 2017) starred in countless movies and television shows throughout his decades-long career. He last voiced the part of Jim in the 2024 short film “Rejoyce!” Guy Bell / Shutterstock

He also appeared in several television series, including “Doc Martin,” “Fallen Angel,” “Trial & Retribution,” “Shades,” “The Bill,” “Screen Two” and more.

Godfrey last voiced the part of Jim in the 2024 short “Rejoyce!”

His final television show appearance was on the BBC medical drama “Casualty” in 2021.

Drew Barrymore as Danielle in "Ever After" wearing an elaborate gown with wings.

In honor of “Ever After” turning 25 in 2023, Barrymore (pictured here in the rom-com) said the project made her realize you can “rescue yourself” and not have to “wait to be rescued.” ©20thCentFox/Courtesy Everett Collection

Drew Barrymore as Danielle in Ever After, kneeling and holding an open book.

“I don’t know who I would be, honestly, without it. It changed the way I saw the world,” the actress (pictured here in the movie) added. ©20thCentFox/Courtesy Everett Collection

In 2023, in honor of the 25th anniversary of “Ever After,” Barrymore reflected on how the project changed her perspective on life.

“I was in my early 20s and then I was trying to start a company and wanted to tell stories and make films and that particular messaging that you can rescue yourself and you don’t have to wait to be rescued is definitely the thing that set me up best in my life,” she told Entertainment Tonight at the time about her takeaway.

“I don’t know who I would be, honestly, without it. It changed the way I saw the world,” Barrymore admitted.