Devastated friends and colleagues have paid tribute after it was announced today that comedian and actor Tim Brooke-Taylor has died from coronavirus, age 79.
Many went online after the news about The Goodies actor was announced to leave emotional tributes.
Comedian and Peep Show star David Mitchell wrote on Twitter: “This is terribly sad news. He was a wonderful comedian and a really lovely man and I feel honoured to have known and worked with him.
“The world has been robbed – he had years more joy to give.”
Former footballer Stan Collymore added: “Extremely sad to hear the news of the passing of Tim Brooke-Taylor from this awful virus.
Tim Brooke-Taylor’s devastated friends and colleagues have paid tribute after it was announced today the comedian and actor has died from coronavirus (Image: PA)
“Another fond memory of childhood gone but not forgotten. Rest in peace, Tim.”
Call The Midwife star Stephen McGann added: “Another wonderful talent, and a part of my life’s landscape. Rest well, dear man.”
While author Neil Gaiman Well penned: “This is heartbreaking.”
Comedy writer Simon Blackwell also added: “Heartbreaking news about Tim Brooke-Taylor. Filled so many people’s childhoods with massive laughs, and then kept doing so for decades afterwards. Condolences to his family and friends.”
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The news of Tim’s death was confirmed by his agent, who said in a statement: “It is with great sadness that we announce Tim’s death early today from Covid-19.
“Joining Footlights in 1960 took him to providing a huge variety of splendid entertainment – television, radio, theatre, film, books, DVDs, CDs, quizzes, etc – all of which he undertook with energy and a great sense of fun. “We will remember him for so much but must just mention The Goodies and I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue.
“He had, of course, many fans whom he always treated cheerfully even after long and exhausting rehearsals and recordings.”
The statement continued: He was an exceptional client and a pleasure to represent.
“We’re grateful that we have so much of his work to view, read and listen to. ” In all the time with us and in all his showbiz work, he has been supported by Christine, his wife.”
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
