Emmerdale and Coronation Street fans lead tributes as the nation mourns the loss of the iconic actress, director and writer Kay Mellor, who suddenly passed away on Sunday aged 71.
The news of her death was announced yesterday on Tuesday May 17, a spokesperson for her TV production company, Rollem Productions, said: "It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely and sudden passing of our beloved friend, mentor and colleague Kay Mellor on Sunday 15th May 2022.
“We have lost a phenomenal talent and a true luminary. We ask that you please respect the privacy of the family and friends at this time.”
