An actress who became known to millions as the headteacher in Grange Hill has died at the age of 76. Gwyneth Powell passed away from complictions following major surgery.
She was best known for her role in the popular children's TV show where she played headteacher Bridget McClusky. The news was confirmed in a statement from her agent Matthew Lacey on behalf of her family.
He said that she died last Thursday in Brighton after suffering "complications following a major operation for a perforated colon."
