Variety is a part of Penske Media Corporation. He joked that despite his 50 years of acting, his tombstone would probably read: "Here lies Nicky Henson - he was in one episode of Fawlty Towers". Bill Treacher - Arthur Fowler. One of the original cast members, the actor played male nurse Andy OBrien on the show for 18 months, having the distinction of being the first male character to be killed off after he was hit by a car in August 1986. "I had the pleasure to work with Leonard," she said. Leonard Fenton: EastEnders actor who played Dr Legg dies aged 95 ", When asked about his regrets, he said: Not about my career Ive done pretty well for someone with no ambition. Heres to Leonard Fenton for his wonderful presence over the decades. Is climate change killing Australian wine? Actor Leonard Fenton, who played Dr Harold Legg in EastEnders, has died at the age of 95, his family have announced. RIP. The performer also had roles in hit 70s shows The Brothers and Special Branch. But of course, sadly, some of those whove appeared in the soap in the past are no longer with us. 1984-1988. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. An inquest into his death confirmed that Joseph had a seizure whilst on holiday in January of this year. Fresh from location snaps revealing one cast member had filmed their final scenes, new images from filming confirm that a character will die very soon. Part of a community of artists who understood the power of black stories. Ashs unexpected passing has hit us all hard, but we want to take the time to remember his larger than life spirit. With both characters keen to make memories for her young daughter Lexi, Lola has begun getting things in order - including recently asking Jay to adopt her and Ben Mitchell's daughter. As a result he lost confidence in his own abilities and took early retirement. Dr Legg made the decision not to tell one patient, Colin Russell (Michael Cashman), that he was showing early symptoms of multiple sclerosis as he did not wish to worry him. Our thoughts and deep condolences are with her family and loved ones.. Baron starred opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in the hit show Open All Hours, which ran for four series starting in 1976. "Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer yet historically only 1% of research is allocated to this devastating disease. Treacher was married to Australian actress Katherine Kessey, with whom he shared two children, and they were longstanding residents of Suffolk. David Scarboro - Wikipedia Harry, the younger brother of Charlie Slater (Derek Martin) appeared in the soap in 2001 as the uncle who it later transpired had raped Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) when she was 13, resulting in her falling pregnant with Zoe (Michelle Ryan) who previously thought Kat was her sister, with the truth revealed in one of the years most famous moments. Since appearing in the very first episode of EastEnders, Leonard created a truly iconic character in Doctor Legg who will always be remembered. On a deeply tragic and extremely difficult evening we want to pay tribute to the company of Nine Night and to the whole Nottingham Playhouse team who managed the situation with empathy and professionalism.. Actor Ron Tarr died on 20 October 1997 of cancer aged 60. It is with great sadness that I have to announce the death of Maggie Fox, my comedy partner of 40 years and co-Artistic Director of LipService. Characters highlighted in bold are currently on a break. Privacy Policy, Tragic EastEnders death confirmed as funeral scenes filmed, EastEnders spoilers: Sonia throws Reiss out after gobsmacking discovery, EastEnders spoilers: Linda facing agonising life sentence after tragic death, The Masked Singer judge Mo Gilligan calls for EastEnders role as he turns to acting, EastEnders spoilers for May 1, 2023: Keanu is arrested and Denise tries to get Jack back.
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