Geoffrey Hughes dies age 68 - TV Chat - ThisisBigBrother.com

Chewy · 28-07-2012, 05:28 PM

Geoffrey Hughes has died aged 68, it has been confirmed.

The actor, who was well known for his roles in a number of British dramas, lost his battle with cancer last night (July 27).

Hughes played Eddie Yeats in Coronation Street and went on to star as Onslow in Keeping Up Appearances, Twiggy in The Royle Family and Vernon Scripps in Heartbeat.

Friend and colleague Ricky Tomlinson told ITV Granada: "Geoff wasn't just an actor. He was my mate. I used to call him every few weeks but hadn't spoken to him in about a fortnight. It's such a loss."

A Corrie spokesperson added: "We are very sad to hear of the death of Geoffrey Hughes. He created a legendary and iconic character in Eddie Yates who will always be part of Coronation Street.

"Everyone connected with the programme sends our sincerest condolences to his family and friends."

The Wallasey-born actor had radiotherapy in August 2010 after collapsing at his home on the Isle of Wight.

Shaun · 28-07-2012, 05:31 PM

Awwwwww

hope there's some kind of tribute to him in the inevitable next Royle Family special. Seemed like a really nice and funny guy. R.I.P.

Smithy · 28-07-2012, 05:32 PM

Awww no

RIP

Saph · 28-07-2012, 05:33 PM

oh no

I remember hearing he was going to be in the Royle Family xmas special this year as well, such a shame. rip

28-07-2012, 05:28 PM	#1
Chewy Von Chewingstein Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sips Co. HQ Posts: 32,470 Blog Entries: 23 Total Awards: 4	Geoffrey Hughes dies age 68 Geoffrey Hughes has died aged 68, it has been confirmed. The actor, who was well known for his roles in a number of British dramas, lost his battle with cancer last night (July 27). Hughes played Eddie Yeats in Coronation Street and went on to star as Onslow in Keeping Up Appearances, Twiggy in The Royle Family and Vernon Scripps in Heartbeat. Friend and colleague Ricky Tomlinson told ITV Granada: "Geoff wasn't just an actor. He was my mate. I used to call him every few weeks but hadn't spoken to him in about a fortnight. It's such a loss." A Corrie spokesperson added: "We are very sad to hear of the death of Geoffrey Hughes. He created a legendary and iconic character in Eddie Yates who will always be part of Coronation Street. "Everyone connected with the programme sends our sincerest condolences to his family and friends." The Wallasey-born actor had radiotherapy in August 2010 after collapsing at his home on the Isle of Wight. __________________ Sips Co. - For all your dirt needs.

28-07-2012, 05:31 PM	#2
Shaun putain Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 53,931 Blog Entries: 13 Favourites: The Apprentice 2013: Kurt Total Awards: 9	Awwwwww hope there's some kind of tribute to him in the inevitable next Royle Family special. Seemed like a really nice and funny guy. R.I.P. __________________ Spoiler: GSA Reviews: Bastille, The History of Apple Pie, Justin Timberlake, Rhye, David Bowie Spoiler:

28-07-2012, 05:32 PM	#3
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28-07-2012, 05:33 PM	#4
Saph __________ Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 17,076 Favourites (more): CelebBB 11: Speidi CelebBB 10: Julie Goodyear BB13 2012: Deana BB 2011: Heaven Total Awards: 1	oh no I remember hearing he was going to be in the Royle Family xmas special this year as well, such a shame. rip __________________

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