She now enjoys spending time with her four kids with her actor husband Paul Bentall, and her daughter Edith is making waves as the lead singer of the London pop group Fours. 'He was a much loved actor, not only by the cast and crew on Benidorm but by the millions of fans out there. He was born in Sheffield in 1945 where he started his showbiz career as a singer in group Bob Andrews and the Questors. Read about our approach to external linking. Asa became a delivery driver for ASDA after the pandemic cancelled his singing jobs on cruise ships in March - just two weeks after the birth of his first child. In the 1990s, O'Mara starred in BBC comedy Absolutely Fabulous as Joanna Lumley's on-screen sister Jackie, and in 2001, she made a string of appearances in ITV drama Bad Girls. Related: Ted Lasso season 2: Release date, cast, plot and everything you need to know. Character Actor Series Duration 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10; Kate Weedon: Abigail Cruttenden: Main: Recurring: 1x01Sx01, 3x053x06 Martin Weedon: Nicholas Burns: Main Good night Knutty, your Benidorm family loves you. Tributes have already begun flooding in for the actor - including from Benidorm writer Derren Litten. Since then he has starred in many TV shows including Doc Martin, Miss Marple and Ordinary Lives. Scottish actor and theatre director Kenny Ireland played the popular role of Donald Stewart on Benidorm from its inception until his death at the age of 68 in 2014. Sherrie said: I really don't understand that kind of explicit enjoyment that people get out of knowing what shock you'd have on your face because it's an explicit picture of a penis. A British grandmother has died and her grandson was injured after she crashed down a cliff in Benidorm. Digital Spy has reached out to ITV for comment. Former Dynasty star Kate O'Mara has died at the age of 74, her agent said. You get it in coded ways. Actor Kenny Ireland - best known for his role in TV comedy Benidorm - has died, aged 68, following a battle with cancer. Most populous nation: Should India rejoice or panic? Thanks to her new 16m Harry Potter TV deal, it's JK Rowling who's having the last laugh over Scientists discover what happens seconds before you die - activity in the brain and heart RAMPS UP, Trendy hard floors could be to blame for your foot pain (and there is a simple way to stop it). Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond led online tributes to the star. She was an actress, known for Benidorm (1989), Familie (1991) and Spoed (2000). Sad sad news. Tony Maudsley who plays Kenneth in the ITV comedy also paid tribute to the late actor. Recently hes starred in Amazon series Good Omens as well as Skys Brassic. After swapping the Solana and Neptunes Bar for the likes of Asda and Corrie, we take a look. WebMaria Bossers was born on 6 November 1938 in Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium. He appeared as Donald Stewart in Benidorm from the first episode and helped play a huge part in its success. Tony Maudsley, who plays Kenneth in the show, said: "Take a bow Grandad Dawson. The intuition credited him with nurturing young actors to perform on stage, and establishing the Lyceum Youth Theatre one of the longest running and largest youth theatres in Scotland. He said: 'Its nice when they were nice, but its not so nice when they say, Eh you Donald come ere, my wifes up for it.' Explore in 3D: The dazzling crown that makes a king. Seeing double! If you've been affected by the issues raised in this story, you can access more information from Rape Crisis England and Wales, who work towards the elimination of all forms of sexual violence and sexual misconduct, on their website or by calling the National Rape Crisis Helpline on 0808 802 9999. Actress and model Charlbi Dean died suddenly at age 32, PEOPLE confirmed Tuesday. Im a fan he a Gent! I think it's an idea to be exploited. Sending our Beni love to his family.". "He is an important part of the Lyceums story and of the story of theatre in Scotland and he will be greatly missed. Deepest condolences to his family and friends.. pic.twitter.com/k4qhLQW8jE. ', Popular: As well as the hit ITV sitcom, the actor also appeared in Victoria Wood's Acorn Antiques as Derek the handyman. Sheffield born actor Bobby was remembered by Benidorm writer Darren Litten, who shared in a tweet: "Very sad Benidorm news guys. Blockbusters are back and the latest edition of Digital Spy Magazine has got everything you need to know about the summer's biggest box office arrivals. "Kenny was Artistic Director of the Royal Lyceum Theatre Company for over 10 years, from 1992-2003, although his connection with the company goes further back than that, the theatre said in a statement. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Read about our approach to external linking. He also starred alongside Liam Neeson in 1990 film The Big Man. ", More than 20,000 Russians dead in Bakhmut, US says, Doja Cat and Lil Nas X arrive at the Met Gala, France May Day protests leave dozens of police injured, 'My wife and six children joined Kenya starvation cult', On board the worlds last surviving turntable ferry. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Now! She said there were times where she was walking on set in full Tonya costume which involved not much more than heels and a bikini and she said she was "groped three times in one week. 'Knutty' shot to fame through his performances on The Comedians and the Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club. Steve appeared in six series of Benidorm as Mick Garvey and the work shy dad frequently clashed with his sharp-tongued mother-in-law Madge - played by Sheila Reid. During its spell, the popular show won six NTAs and a BAFTA. The nation fell in love with eccentric characters such as feisty Madge Garvey driving round on her mobility scooter and lothario Mateo trying it on with as many women as possible. To the disappointment of many, Benidorm came to an end in 2018 after 10 series. The 58-year-old woman had been riding a scooter-type electric vehicle when the incident happened on Wednesday afternoon, according to Spanish media. FALLEN STARS Celebrity deaths 2017 from Bruce Forsyth and Jake LaMotta to Cheers star Jay Thomas, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). When do we want it? Benidorm cast were 'devastated' to hear of Bobby Knutt's death, Josh Bolt, who played Bobby's on-screen grandson, was 'devastated' by news of his death, The Benidorm cast became a family in real-life, John Challis and the rest of the cast had some fond memories of Bobby, Bobby, pictured far right, with the Benidorm cast, Bobby also starred as Pat Starr in Heartbeat alongside Bill Maynard as Greengrass, Bobby and wife Donna Hartley pictured at their home in 1994. Graham was married to actor Joseph A. Bennett from 2002 until he died of suicide on 13 April 2015. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. It's official! His career started when he landed a role in the film, A Life for a Life, in 1998 where he Perhaps his biggest roles to date were in two of ITV'S most-loved soaps. email digishowbiz@the-sun.co.uk or call us direct on 02077824220. Johnny left the series in 2010 after a reported falling out with the show creator - which they both deny. The Sheffield-born actor, who also played Albert Dingle in Emmerdale, passed away suddenly this morning while on holiday in the South of France. Julie Graham (born 24 July 1965) is a Scottish television and film actress. L-R: Josh Bolt, Julie Graham, Steve Edge, Bobby and Honour Kneafsey, Bobby as Albert Dingle in Emmerdale in 1996, Bobby recently played Eddie Dawson in Benidorm, The star also had roles in Heartbeat and Emmerdale, Benidorm writer Derrren Litten paid tribute to Bobby, Bobby on Heartbeat with Bill Maynard who played Greengrass. In 2006 she appeared in episode 2 of Sharman as Kylie/Patricia. More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Resume Born July 27, 1959 Add to list Nominated for 2 BAFTA Awards Read every issue now with a 1-month free trial, only on Apple News+. [7] On 5 February 2004 she gave birth to a daughter, Edie May, six weeks prematurely. The British actress was best known for her role as sister to Joan Collins' Alexis Colby in The Met Gala begins! Several of his Benidorm Oliver Stokes played Michael Garvey in the ITV comedy. The wonderful Bobby Knutt has passed away suddenly aged 71. The Benidorm TV show account tweeted: "Benidorm star and Sheffield legend Bobby Knutt passes away aged 71. The former Emmerdale actor passed away on Monday at the age of 71, with his agent confirming he had died during a holiday in France. Her son Dickon died last year. The 58-year-old woman had been riding a scooter In a four-part series Johnny sets out to open his very own glamping site. Shelia also starred in the BBC Christmas special of Call the Midwife in 2012. This month, Tim - who starred in Auf Wiedersehn, Pet - was forced to cancel his yearly charity show in honour of his co-star Sammy Johnson. "I was with Steve when we found out he had passed so it was pretty devastating. Published: 13:34 BST, 31 July 2014 | Updated: 09:07 BST, 1 August 2014. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. My sincere condolences go out to his wife and family xx", Former Brookside actor Louis Emerick tweeted: "Ah man! Your Benidorm family will miss you. Her agent said she died in a Sussex nursing home following a short illness. Video, On board the worlds last surviving turntable ferry, Yellen warns US could run out of cash in a month, King Charles to wear golden robes for Coronation, Shooting suspect was deported four times - US media, More than 100 police hurt in French May Day protests, Explosion derails train in Russian border region, Street piano confiscated as public 'break rules', MasterChef Australia host Jock Zonfrillo dies, US rock band Aerosmith announce farewell tour, NFL player's daughter, aged two, drowns in pool. 'We've been blessed with another angel': Alicia Keys 'We're all young and he gets himself into some stuff': Cody Not another fight! "Take a bow Grandad Dawson. Other shows he's appeared in include Doctor Who, Blackpool, Shameless, Whitechapel, Happy Valley and Mapp and Lucia. Janine Duvitski and Kenny Ireland were central characters who played fun-loving swingers Donald and Jacqueline Stewart, but sadly Kenny died aged 69 in 2014. Denise and Tim were married between 1988 and 2012. Bobby later joinedthe Whirlwinds in 1963 before forming a comedy duo the year afterPee & Knutt with partner Geoff Morton. Her most acclaimed role is that of Sarah O'Brien in period drama Downton Abbey, and appeared through to series three. "To get on set, I had to walk through the hotel dressed as Tonya in some non-existent bikini and high heels with blokes gawping at me or rather groping me. Is climate change killing Australian wine?