Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory stars' tragic deaths – from Alzheimer's to heart attacks
ok.co.ukWilly Wonka and the Chocolate Factory graced our screens back in August 1971, with the film quickly becoming a family favourite across the world.
The iconic film tells the story of young Charlie Bucket and his grandfather winning a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the mysterious Wonka chocolate factory and meet the eccentric confectioner, Willy Wonka, in the flesh.
It was later remade in 2005 by Tim Burton, and now, a new prequel, titled Wonka, has been released with Hollywood star Timothee Chalamet taking on the role of Willy Wonka.
With the original film, based on Roald Dahl's beloved book, having been released over half a century ago, many of the actors have now passed away, including Gene Wilder - the first actor to ever play Willy Wonka.
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