Film and TV icon Leslie Phillips has died at the age of 98, his agent has sadly confirmed.
The legendary actor was beloved by many for his star turns in more than 200 movies, TV and radio series, including playing the voice of the Sorting Hat in the Harry Potter films. He is perhaps best known for starring in the Carry On film series, including Carry On Nurse and Carry On Constable, in which he became famous for his catchphrases 'Ding dong', 'Well hello', and 'I say'.
Leslie's agent Jonathan Lloyd said that the actor had died 'peacefully in his sleep' on Monday following a long illness, after previously having survived two strokes just six months apart when he was 90 years old. In a touching tribute following his death, Leslie's wife Zara Carr, 63, said: "I've lost a wonderful husband and the public has lost a truly great showman.
