Yes, just read about it. sad news, dee
The man was a brilliant actor but better than that he was apparently an unassuming and decent human being. Thoughts with his family of course and as the OP said I am quite surprised how sad I feel at his passing. RIP Bob.
Mr Hoskins was an actor who portrayed many roles. One role he never portrayed however was that of a spoilt brat with more money than sense. As Chish says, he was down to earth and likeable for it.