British sitcom actress Josephine Tewson, 91, has died.
Her agent said the actress, best known for her roles in Keeping Up Appearances and Last Of The Summer Wine, had died earlier today.
Her agent said: "‘It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Josephine Tewson. Josephine passed away peacefully last night at Denville Hall at the Age of 91."
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Former EastEnders actress Debbie Arnold praised the "comedy great" as she recalled time spent with her She said: "So sad we lost 2 wonderful people firstly Bruce Montague and now 2 days later - Josephine Tewson.
"@JudyBuxton7 and I had the honour of travelling the world and UK with these comedy greats ending up in the West End. We had such fun. I adored Jo" followed by a broken heart emoji.
The wife of the late John Challis also paid her respects to the star. Carol Challis shared an image of her husband and Tewson starring in British sitcom Last of the Summer Wine and said: "Farewell to Josephine Tewson. John loved working with her on Last of the Summer Wine. Another one gone."
Josephine was most known for her role as Hyacinth Bucket’s neighbour Elizabeth Warden on Keeping Up Appearances and Miss Davenport in The Last of The Summer Wine.
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