Campbell played the role of Kate Martin from the mid '70s to 1985 when she unexpectedly died in an automobile accident. He told the Manchester Evening News: I think the only thing you need to be an actor is a vivid imagination and an ability to put that into action.. Almost always cast as a villain, Tony Beckley brightened up every production he was in, usually playing menacing or unhinged parts. He was having a great time, up in the mountains shooting tin cans, building stables for horses." He was pronounced dead at the scene from his injuries, the sheriff's office added. Former Coronation Street actor Joseph Wandera died at the age of 27 after "falling ill" in Costa Rica. Sefton Senior Coroner Julie Goulding said that he had been unable to get up until his carers came to assist him. Tags: British . She was given a kidney transplant in a successful 12-hour operation. EastEnders actress Lynda Baron died at the age of 82 back in March with fans learning of her passing in a statement from her agent. The actor played Jason Grimshaw's estranged dad Tony Stuart in 2014. . In many cases, a show will handle the death of an actor by killing off their character or otherwise writing them out of the show. He starred opposite Paula Wilcox in The Lovers (1970), but 1974-77 were the sweet spot of his career. Nevertheless, its for his situation comedy work that Rossiter became a celebrated household name. Anna's agent Shane Collins, said: "It is very sad news. The 70s actress, who found fame for her role as Olive in the TV sitcom On The Buses, died in the blaze at her home in Ilford, east London. He continued to work through periods of ill-health, and sadly died from cancer in 2010, aged 58. ", Liverpool transfer news LIVE - Jude Bellingham boost, Goncalo Inacio scouted, Moises Caicedo decision. "She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. Corely died at his home near White Rock Lake in Texas, his daughter Kate Corley said in a statement to ABC affiliate WFAA. Tom Verlaine, the Television founding member and frontman, died at age 73 in January. My all-time favourite, Bob Peck [feature image] is one of those immensely talented actors who never gave a dud performance. But he also had a brief stint on Coronation Street in 1985 playing character Harry Clayton. Actor Johnny Leeze died on October 25 aged 78 following a short illness. His minor part of Eric Paice in 1971s Get Carter opposite Michael Caine is rightly celebrated, but as recounted in the biography Send in the Clowns, his demons were causing problems. There have been lots of legends that have lived in Weatherfield in the 60 years of Coronation Street. Many years of heavy smoking caught up with him, and he died from lung cancer in 1976, aged 48. She had also appeared in series such as A Dinner of Herbs and Inspector George Gently, and featured alongside Liam Neeson and Lesley Manville in the 2019 film Ordinary Love. By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The Liverpool Echo sends newsletters on a wide range of topics - including our daily news bulletin, now going out three times a day. "The NHL Alumni is deeply saddened to learn that Bobby Hull has passed away at the age of 84," the organization said of the former Chicago Blackhawks star in a statement shared on Twitter. "The passing of our kind, hilarious mother, Cindy Williams, has brought us insurmountable sadness that could never truly be expressed," read the statement. The . Soap operas have been part of the fabric of British culture for millions of viewers across the nation, who have been tuning in to watch their favourite stars for decades. "Much loved Father to Paula and Ruth, Grandad to Amy, Phil and Lizi, and Great Grandad to Kara and Jack. . She made history as she was the first blind actress to be cast as a regular in a British soap opera. August brought devastation to Hollywood when Anne Heche passed away at 53 following a car accident. Joseph went to sleep on the sofa. Actor Rodney Litchfield died on September 5 aged 81 after a long illness. His severe features served him well in a variety of hard man leading roles, and from the 1950s, Baker established himself as a leading actor in British film. Kirstie Alley. Her family said they were "deeply saddened" to announce that their "beloved mother" had died "very peacefully" at her home. Medics were called but they were unable to revive him and he sadly passed away." The Jamaican-British star appeared in Desmond's as Susu between 1990 and 1994, and after leaving the role, she became a firm favourite with soap fans across the country as Blossom in EastEnders, a character she played between 1994 and 1997, . She didn't require music to dance. The former soap star had been diagnosed in September after rapid weight gain around her abdomen and breathlessness prompted her to seek medical help. The quintessentially 1980s nautical soap opera brought a touch of glamour to TV screens. Actor Melanie Clark Pullen, best known for her role in EastEnders, died aged 46, less than a year after being diagnosed with brain cancer. Maxi Jazz, a DJ and the lead singer of the electronic-dance group Faithless, died peacefully in his sleep Dec. 23, reports the Associated Press. She taught us not to wait for adventure to find you. 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The sudden death of Richard Beckinsale, aged only 31 (by far the youngest of our top ten), was deeply shocking. Singer Meat Loaf died in January 2022. His death was announced in a tribute which showed an animated Ledesma sitting between Homer and Marge Simpson on the family's iconic orange couch with the text: "In loving memory of Chris Ledesma.". Former Late Show with David Letterman writer Bill Scheft confirmed the death to PEOPLE. She was nearly 90 and had a wonderful career and will be much loved by all for her beauty and talent.. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. Across social media, Ledesma's Simpsons coworkers expressed gratitude for his time on the beloved animated series after his death. Wilson became a household name after her roles as Mrs Bradbury in Corrie and Lily Compton in Casualty. We are honored she blessed Y&R with her extraordinary talents. Later that month, a close friend shared that Lee Lawson had passed away at 81. Alan's niece Lee-Ann Igbon said her uncle had passed away in December last year. "I have no words and my heart is too broken to find them. In 2018, Joseph appeared on Coronation Street as a buyer interested in purchasing Eileen Grimshaw's car. Said at the time: Whilst at a party, Joseph rang his girlfriend and explained that he did not feel well. Our thoughts are with the family of the legendary Nichelle Nichols, the number one daytime drama tweeted. Fans have watched for more than 50 years as much-loved characters come and go from the soap in a whole array or ways. Book editor, with an interest in cult TV. Died June 8, 2018, age 61, by hanging himself Was a celebrity chef, travel show host, and New York Times bestselling author. She passed away at the age of 91. ITV executive producer, John Whiston, said at the time: The family here at Emmerdale are deeply saddened by Shirleys passing, it is hard to imagine Emmerdale without her. Brown was a two-time British Soap Awards winner . He became a household name with his final role, playing the lead role of Tom Howard in Howards Way. Jennifer Wilson, known for her roles in Corrie, Casualty and Doctors, sadly died at her home in France at the age of 89. It was confirmed that she had been waiting for a kidney transplant and had asked for her organs to be donated to help others. He died in Southport Hospital, Merseyside on January, 27, 2022, an inquest into his death has heard. Ian Hendry (died 1984) Blessed with a memorable face and a remarkable natural talent, Ian Hendry quickly established himself as a leading man. The '80s sitcom star died March 28 in New York from unknown causes. What soap opera star recently died? The South African-born Nigel Green featured in countless British productions of the 1960s. The foundation reached an estimated 20 million women worldwide, testing 17 million, and enrolling more the 2.2 million . On Jan. 11, Vogue, which helped launch Tatjana Patitz's career in the 1980s, announced news of her death. "Her influence is incalculable and still so present today. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. He died on Christmas Eve, 1984, aged 53. 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The pair tied the knot in October 1995 but the marriage proved to be short-lived as Billy suffered a fatal heart attack two years later. He was transported to a hospital, where he later died. Rich's manager shared a statement about the late actor via Twitter, saying in part, "If you knew Adam, you just loved the guy. Cindy Williams, best known for her portrayal of the character Shirley Feeney on the sitcom Laverne & Shirley, died at age 75 in January. Blessed with a memorable face and a remarkable natural talent, Ian Hendry quickly established himself as a leading man. On Jan. 1, it was announced that Earth, Wind and Fire's Fred White had died at the age of 67. News of their passing and names such as Joan Copeland, Donald May, Lindsey Pearlman, Kathryn Hays, Jossara. While many remember her as Guiding Lights Bea Reardon, Lawson also had roles on Love of Life and One Life to Live. A representative for the family told the publication that the cause of death was metastatic breast cancer. A diagnosis of cancer the following year stymied Pecks Hollywood career, but he continued to work on theatre, film and television projects up until his death, aged only 53, in 1999. As a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and a regular on Londons West End, a vast amount of his career was spent on the stage. He was also a memorable undertaker in Carol Reeds Dickensian musical Oliver! Golden Globe-winning actress Stella Stevens died at the age of 84. Robyn Griggs, an actor who was known for starring on the soap operas "Another World" and "One Life to Live," has died. Shirley was best known for her role in Emmerdale as Edna Birch, which she played for 15 years. She will be remembered for her roles on Love of Life, The Edge of Night, Search for Tomorrow, As the World Turns and. Tragically, her son Felix died in January 2003, aged 15 months. He was 75. Anne Kirkbride Anne Kirkbride was born on 21st June 1954 in Oldham, Lancashire, England. He was one of the villains getting on the wrong side of Roger Moore in 1974s Gold, set in South Africa. 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