David Leland was behind many films and TV shows including The Borgias (Picture: Rex)

Band of Brothers and Land Girls director David Leland has died aged 82.

The filmmaker died on Christmas Eve surrounded by his family, according to his agents Cassaroto Ramsay & Associates, who confirmed his death to Deadline.

In a tribute, Pierce Brosnan said: ‘David Leland holds a mighty place in my heart. I was just out of Drama Centre where David was also an alumni.

‘It was the thrill of my young lifetime to be cast as McCabe, working with David and Tennessee. David will forever be an essential part of my story and of all who knew and loved him.’

Remembering Leland, Liam Neeson said: ‘David was a dream to work with. He was a real collaborator; he genuinely loved and admired actors.

‘We formed a close bond. I loved his mischievous sense of humour. You are always in my heart old friend. See you down the road.’

More to follow.

Metro.co.uk has contacted Leland’s reps for comment.

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Pierce Brosnan is among those paying tribute.