Scots actor George Rossi, who was best known for his role in police drama The Bill, has left behind a fortune of £8million in his will.
The star, who played DC Duncan Lennox in the ITV series, left an estate of £8,059,966.67 after his death in January last year probate office figures reveal.
Glasgow-born George was just 60-years-old when he sadly died after a battle with pancreatic cancer, leaving his estate to his wife Catrin, 56, as he named her as one of his executors alongside their daughter Matilda, 26, and son Santino, 24.
According to The Sun, after all debts and bills were paid, the estate was worth £3,660,996.36.
After his death, George's niece, Louisa Rossi, who shared the sad news with the world, saying: "Unfortunately George Rossi who played DC Duncan Lennox passed away the morning of Wednesday 5th January 2022."
Louisa said that her beloved uncle had been acting until shortly before his death as he wanted to continue doing what he loved most.
George is survived by his wife Catrin and two children.
After the news of his death, close pal and casting director Claire Toeman said in tribute: "Rest in peace George Rossi you were the dearest of friends you will be sorely missed."
She said that George's role in The Bill saw him become a "firm favourite" among fans, adding that "he will always be remembered for portraying one of the most popular faces on The Bill in the late nineties".
George started out working in his family's ice cream business before training to become an actor at East 15 Acting School.
He made his debut in 1984 movie Comfort & Joy, in which he starred alongside his brother Peter.
George also appeared in Taggart, Holby City, The Singing Detective and Whitechapel.
He first starred in The Bill in 1998 as DC Lennox and eventually appeared in 190 episodes.
When his time on The Bill came to an end, he went on to play roles in the likes of Doctors and Casualty.
His final credited role on IMDb was in 2020's Le Cineaste - A Director's Journey.
He worked alongside some of Hollywood's biggest names too, including Scream's David Arquette, X-Men's Famke Janssen and Speed star Sandra Bullock.
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