Sarah Michelle Gellar says she's 'not ok' in tribute to Buffy co-star Anthony Head
Sarah Michelle Gellar has paid tribute to her Buffy co-star Anthony Head who sadly passed away aged 72.
Head played the iconic librarian Rupert Giles in the long-running show alongside Gellar in the titular role.
Taking to Instagram, Gellar shared a slew of photos of Head, including one of her with his daughters Emily and Daisy, and said she's 'not ok'.
She began her statement with a Buffy quote, writing: “Tell Giles I figured it out and I’m ok.”
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Before continuing: “Well I don’t have it figured out and I’m not ok. But I know I’m the lucky one because I knew you. Thank you to Daisy and Emily who not only shared their dad with me, but with the world.”
On her Instagram Stories, Gellar shared the same images and also posted a clip of the iconic Nescafé Gold Blend adverts, which ran from 1987 to 1993, and featured Head alongside actress Sharon Maughan.
Head's death was confirmed by his daughters in a statement, saying: "It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of our extraordinary father, Anthony Head.
“He passed away peacefully of complications due to pneumonia, surrounded by his family. It has been, and forever will be, an honour and a privilege to be his daughters, and to have witnessed firsthand the impact both he and his work have had on so many.
“We know how dearly he will be missed by friends, colleagues, and fans of the shows he was in – he loved his job very much, and he always considered himself incredibly lucky, to have been able to work alongside such exceptionally talented people, in such wonderful productions, across a career that spanned several decades.
“Our grief is far greater than the hole he has left behind, but we know his legacy will live on, in the shows he was a part of, and in the audiences that love them. How lucky we are to know we are able to watch him doing what he loved, even when he is no longer with us.
“We kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this difficult time.”
Tributes have already begun to pour in from Head’s other co-stars.
David Boreanaz - Angel, Buffy the Vampire Slayer
David Boreanaz as Angel in Buffy (Getty Images/Handout)
"Anthony was a pillar in the Buffy universe and his kindness and sense of humour brought great energy to the set and the first time I met him," read a statement from Boreanaz, issued to LADbible via a representative. "Prayers go out to his family."
James Marsters - Spike, Buffy the Vampire Slayer
James Marsters shared a picture of himself with Anthony Head (Instagram/@realjamesmarsters)
"There’s a hole in the World. Anthony Head has passed on from us.
"He was an unflaggingly kind and steady presence on the set of Buffy, and the best actor in the cast. He was the best of us.
"I was lucky to have known, and learned from him. He left the world a better place for his presence.
"Thank you Tony for all you gave."
Emma Caulfield - Anya, Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Emma Caulfield as Anya (Warner Bros)
Sharing a picture of herself with Head on Instagram, Caulfield wrote: "This was taken on the London Underground in 2011. I went to visit my friend Tony on the set of The Iron Lady.
"We had lunch, hit up a record store, had dinner and drinks and laughed until our sides hurt. It was a perfect day.
Caulfield shared a picture of herself with Head (Instagram/@emmacaulfieldofficial)
"There were many of these moments with this amazing human who I was lucky enough to call my friend for 27 years.
"He was kind and wise and a guide in troubled times. You were so loved. Impossible to caption.
"You are so missed. Rest in peace with your beautiful Sarah - Emma."
Eliza Dushku - Faith, Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Eliza Dushku as Faith in Buffy (Warner Bros)
"Tony H. For every scene and time shared, I give thanks. Rest in love and peace, kind sir. A dear one."
Julie Benz - Darla, Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Julie Benz as Darla in Buffy (Warner Bros)
"I didn't know him well, but every interaction I had with him was met with kindness, generosity, and a great sense of humour.
"A truly lovely human. Sending love to his family, friends, and everyone who knew him."
Brett Goldstein - Roy Kent, Ted Lasso
Brett Goldstein in Ted Lasso (Apple TV+)
"Anthony Head was a brilliant actor who played the worst person in the world, which was an incredible skill because he was the best person. Infinitely charming and kind and fun and a joy. He will be sorely missed. Love to his family."
Claire Reid