Anthony Stewart Head, the British actor known for his roles in television and film, has died at age 72, multiple outlets report. Best known for playing Rupert Giles on the long-running series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” Head also appeared in other notable productions across a decades-long career. Sources note his early film and stage work, including a connection to “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” and his later television roles, including appearances connected to “Ted Lasso.” While outlets focus primarily on his career span and most recognizable parts, they do not provide additional details about the cause of death or the circumstances surrounding it. Across the reports, the central shared information is his death at 72 and his prominence as a cast member of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” along with references to his broader body of work. Public reaction and tributes are expected to follow given his visibility in popular, long-running TV series and familiar genre productions.