Trainspotting star Vincent Friell dies aged 64: Tributes paid to Scottish actor ... trends now By Harry Howard Published: 11:00 BST, 16 April 2024 | Updated: 11:13 BST, 16 April 2024 Viewcomments Trainspotting star Vincent Friell has died aged 64, his agent said today. The Glasgow-born star's breakout role came in iconic film Restless Natives, where he played Will, one-half of a criminal duo who became modern highwaymen. He went on to portray the father of character Diane in Trainspotting and also starred as a property developer in an episode of Scottish sitcom Still Game. Trainspotting star Vincent Friell has died aged 64, his agent said today. The Glasgow-born star's breakout role came in iconic film Restless Natives, where he played Will, one-half of a criminal duo who became modern highwaymen. Above: Friell (centre) in Restless Natives Fans and former colleagues paid tribute to Friell today. Former radio presenter Ronnie McGhie said: 'I'm totally shocked to hear that Scottish actor Vincent Friell has passed away. 'He was in many programmes, but it's his performance in the movie Restless Natives that he'll be remembered for. A wonderful film. 'My thoughts are with his family and friends. Vincent, you shall be missed.' Another fan said: 'Dear Vincent Friell you were so great. Funny as anything and a really clever actor. Such a loss.' A third wrote: 'Ah man Vincent Friell has passed. Restless Natives is one of the best films ever made. Such a shame.' Vincent Friell (right) alongside Joe Mullany in Restless Natives, which was released in 1985 Friell starred as a property developer in an episode of Scottish sitcom Still Game Still Game and Trainspotting star Vincent Friell has died aged 64, his agent said today Share or comment on this article: Trainspotting star Vincent Friell dies aged 64: Tributes paid to Scottish actor who shot to fame after starring in classic comedy Restless Natives All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility