Bob Hoskins' death trends on Twitter two years after actor died

Twitter gaffe leaves fans of the actor confused

Social media gaffes such as these are becoming ever more common (Getty Images)

Bob Hoskins has died for the second time. While the English actor died of pneumonia on 29 April, some Twitter users have only just caught news of it.

As Twitter users began re-sharing an old BBC 2014 news story, tributes to Hoskins quickly started trending on Twitter and the original news story became the second most read piece on the BBC.

A number of fans paid homage to the actor, who is best known for his roles in The Long Good Friday, Mona Lisa, and Who Framed Roger Rabbit, assuming he was the latest of 2016’s notable deaths.

Actor Charlie Lawson tweeted: “Never a ”celebrity“, Bob Hoskins was a great actor. First met him at The Roundhouse. A good man and great fun RIP.”

“Oh no now Bob Hoskins. 2016 has not been good for the celebrities so far #RIPBobHoskins,” added another.

“Bob Hoskins dies of pneumonia aged 71, Who Framed Roger Rabbit reminds me of my childhood! Thanks Bob! Great Actor!” said another user.

The BAFTA-award winning actor retired due to being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2011 and then died at the age of 71.

Social media gaffes such as these are becoming ever more common. The same thing happened just days ago when fans paid tribute to English naturalist and television presenter, Terry Nutkins, oblivious to the fact he died back in 2012.

Other users expressed worry about other prominent figures dying for the second time. “And Bob Hoskins @BBCNews! If you make go through Bowie again I swear…”