Bergerac actor Sean Arnold has died at the age of 79.
His family have confirmed he passed away at Lakeside Care Home in St Peter on April 15 after having a long-term illness.
The star was best known for played Superintendent Barney Crozier in detective drama Bergerac, which was on air in the 80s.
He also played headmaster Mr Llewellyn in Grange Hill during the 70s and 80s, before starring in a number of UK films, and appeared as the Chief Constable Merseybeat.
His co-star John Nettles, who played title character Jim Bergerac, has paid tribute, saying: “”It is a very sad time and I am still coming to terms with it.
Sean Arnold has passed away at the age of 79 (Image: Jersey Evening Post / SWNS)
“He was one of my best friends and we had been friends for 40 years.”
Brian Constantine, who is executive producer at Westward Studio, also said: “I did know Sean and my fondest memory of him was at an anniversary ball at the Weighbridge.
“He had the ability in a room of 150 people to still remember everyone’s names. He had a brilliant mind.
Sean starred in hit shows Bergerac and Grange Hill (Image: Getty Images)
“He was also a very eccentric dresser and would always stand out.
“I saw him at his book event and after that I was aware he was ill but the news still came as a shock.
“It would have been wonderful to have worked with him on the new project, and I am sure he will be sadly missed by Islanders.”
His co-star John Nettles paid an emotional tribute to the actor
Sean decided to move to Jersey after starring in the detective series.
His last public appearance was in November last year as he joined John at the Jersey Museum for a reunion of the extras who also appeared in the series. The event was held to launch Sean’s book, Anton Myst.
Sean’s cremation is set to take place this week, and only one of his family members will be allowed to fly to Jersey to attend, according to current lockdown rules.
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