Moran, best known for playing Scabior, the head Snatcher, in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Parts 1 and 2, is a 55-year-old actor, playwright, and filmmaker. He gained early recognition in Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and later directed the screen adaptation of his play Telstar, which featured performances by James Corden, Kevin Spacey, and Con O’Neill.
Terry Stone — actor, friend, and podcaster — shared heartbreaking news on social media about fellow actor Nick Moran.
Best known for his role in Harry Potter, Moran has been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Since the announcement, fans have flooded social media with messages of love and support.
One fan wrote, “Wow, he was great in Lock, Stock. Hoping he pulls through.”
Another added, “Such a talented guy. Heartbreaking to hear what he’s going through — wishing him a speedy recovery.”
A third shared, “We’re all hoping Nick Moran gets well soon. As Scabior, he played a total badass, but more than anything, we want to see him back on his feet and healthy again.”
Harry Potter Actor Nick Moran Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Life-Threatening Neck Injury
Actor Nick Moran, best known for his role in the Harry Potter franchise, recently faced a medical emergency that could have had devastating consequences. According to The Criminal Connection podcast host Stone, Moran initially dismissed the pain he was feeling—until his partner urged him to get it checked out.
“Nick’s girlfriend was saying, ‘You’ve got to get it checked out,’” Stone told the Daily Mail. “But like a lot of guys, he brushed it off and said, ‘I’ll just put some deep heat on it.’” Fortunately, he eventually visited a doctor, who immediately referred him to the emergency room. There, he was told he needed urgent surgery—without it, he risked losing the ability to walk or talk.
Moran had been experiencing pain in his neck, which he initially ignored. However, a family member later told Stone that the discomfort stemmed from a neck injury that was impacting his spinal cord.
According to the Mayo Clinic, spinal cord injuries involve damage to any part of the spinal cord or the nerves at its base, known as the cauda equina. These injuries can disrupt the brain’s ability to send and receive signals to the rest of the body, often leading to permanent changes in strength, sensation, or bodily functions below the site of the injury.
Beyond the physical effects, spinal cord injuries can also bring about emotional, mental, and social challenges. Thanks to timely medical intervention, Moran appears to be recovering, but his experience serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of listening to your body—and your loved ones.
Moran recently underwent urgent spinal surgery, which involved cutting into his spine and removing four bones from his neck.
Stone shared: “They had to replace the bones in his neck with artificial ones. It was microsurgery, and because the neck and spine are surrounded by so many delicate nerves, it was a particularly tricky procedure—with serious risks, including the possibility of losing the ability to speak or walk.”
A representative for Moran added: “Nick had spinal surgery just over a week ago. As with any procedure of this nature, there were significant risks involved. Thankfully, everything went well. He’s now back home after a short hospital stay and is on the road to a full recovery. He also wants to thank everyone for their kind messages and support.”
