Rowan Atkinson Death Hoax: ‘Mr. Bean’ Actor Allegedly Killed Himself After Being Fired From ‘Johnny English 3’

Social networking sites have been recently bombarded by news of Rowan Atkinson's death. Atkinson, who's famous for his role as 'Mr. Bean', allegedly committed suicide after being removed by a particular producer from the 'Johnny English 3' film.

"English Actor Comedian Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson) died at 58 after committing suicide. The comedian committed suicide right after the producer removed him on Johnny English 3. Rowan Atkinson (Mr Bean) recorded a suicide video with a message to his producer and fans around the world," claims the death hoax which immediately circulated on Facebook and Twitter.

Atkinson's death hoax even included a tribute photograph of the 58-year-old comedian. Facebook users are likewise asked to download a particular application that will enable them to watch Atkinson's final message.

An individual likewise created a Facebook page as a tribute for the comedian. The said page immediately garnered nearly a million likes. The page's description offers a convincing story of how Atkinson passed away: "At about 11 a.m. ET on Saturday (November 16, 2013), our beloved actor Rowan Atkinson passed away. Rowan Atkinson was born on January 6, 1955 in Newcastle upon Tyne. He will be missed but not forgotten. Please show your sympathy and condolences by commenting on and liking this page."

However, the Online Threat Authority (OTA) already dismissed the rumors of Atkinson's death in its report: "There is no video and Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson) did not commit suicide. If you install the so-called "Facebook Media Plug-in" by clicking on the link, you will install a malicious computer program that will infect your computer with a virus or Trojan horse."

The regulating board likewise reminded Internet citizens to be mindful of news especially if it came from Facebook: "If something is posted on Facebook, please verify it by visiting one of the reputable news websites. And, if you asked to install an application to view a video or any form of information, please do not. You web browser is capable of viewing most videos without the need to install any additional plug-in."

Apart from Atkinson, other victims of celebrity death hoax include Celine Dion, Jackie Chan, Oprah Winfrey, Eminem, Angelina Jolie, and a lot more.