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Zara Woodcock

EastEnders 'deeply saddened' as they pay tribute to former star Sylvia Syms after her death

EastEnders have paid tribute to former star Sylvia Syms after she died at the age of 89.

The legendary actress, who was known for her roles in EastEnders and Doctor Who, “died peacefully” last week at Denville Hall, a care home in London for those in the entertainment industry.

Sylvia took on the role of Olive Woodhouse for three years in the long-running BBC soap between 2007 and 2010 and the channel paid tribute to her after hearing the news.

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