His agent said Hoskins, 69, was given the diagnosis in the autumn and planned to spend time with his family Hoskins, from Suffolk in England, has played a range of roles since the 1970s, ranging from gangster films to comedy roles Parkinson's is a neurological condition which is thought to affect around 127,000 people in the UK and has no known cure

By David Wilkes

PUBLISHED: 11:06 EST, 8 August 2012 | UPDATED: 05:43 EST, 9 August 2012

Retiring: Bob Hoskins was given the diagnosis in the autumn. Announcing his retirement the star's agent said he planned to spent time with his family

Actor Bob Hoskins is retiring from showbusiness after being diagnosed with Parkinsons disease.

The announcement brings to an end a silver screen career which spanned four decades and included Hollywood hits such as Who Framed Roger Rabbit.

His most recent appearance was in Snow White and the Huntsman, released this year and starring Kristen Stewart.

Hoskins, 69, revealed his battle with the brain disorder yesterday, several months after his diagnosis.

A statement released by his agent said: 'Bob Hoskins wishes to announce that he will be retiring from acting, following his diagnosis of Parkinsons disease last autumn.

'He wishes to thank all the great and brilliant people he has worked with over the years, and all of his fans who have supported him during a wonderful career.

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