Veteran actor Leslie Phillips has died at the age of 98. The star became a household name after appearing in a string of films and TV shows.
He was known for his posh accent, upper class roles and a string of catch phrases - especially "ding dong" as the sight of any beautiful young woman. Others included "well hello" and also "I say" gaining him the onscreen reputation of being a bit of a letch.
According to The Mirror the star died on Monday with his death confirmed on Tuesday. It is reported he died following a long battle with ill health after he previously suffered two strokes, just six months apart, when he was 90.
