But despite her acting fame, Baron originally trained as a dancer and landed roles in several West End productions. The sad news Famously known for her roles in Eastenders and Come Outside, she will be greatly missed by many. "Of course, she was lovely. Lynda's film work included Carry On Columbus (1992), You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger (2010) and Diggity's Treasure (2001). Baron's agent Donna French said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. Her last TV appearance was in January 2017, when she appeared in an episode ofFather Brown. "Each and everyday I learnt so much from you, but mostly we always laughed together. We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.. Baron starred opposite Sir David Jason Lynda played Grandma in children's television seriesFimbles from 2002-2003 and was Auntie Mabel in educational kids' TV showCome Outside from 1993-1997. WebLynda Baron. In 2011, she was nominated for a Bafta for her role in The Road ToCoronation Streeton BBC Four, a one-off drama about the early days of the soap, in which she played actress Violet Carson. I just wont take jobs that have a lot of stairs., DONT MISS:Not fair on him Claudia Winkleman on family heartbreak[LATEST]Its history repeating George Clooney's warning over Meghan Markle[NEWS]Strictly's Katya Jones reaches out to ex Neil 'I hope you're proud!' Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. The actors death was confirmed by her longtime agent Donna French. RIP Lynda darling x", EastEnders and The Bill actor Stuart Anthony said: "She was the nicest person and what a legend. "I went into rep then and learned so much about acting. "Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. For her role as Violet Carson in The Road To Coronation Street, a BBC Four prequel to Corrie, Lynda was nominated for a BAFTA in 2011. "She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. Tributes to the talented actress have already begun pouring in. This has made me very sad. She played actress Violet Carson, who portrayed Ena Sharples in the long-running series. Queen meets Canadian PM Justin Trudeau in first in-person engagement after Covid, Coleen Nolan admits to arguing with new boyfriend Michael in supermarket aisles, Download OK! The couple had two children and were married until his death in 2001. Vote in our poll. #restinpeace #legend love ya xxx.". Lynda Barons agent Donna French announced the news of her death, saying: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. 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Here we are with Su Pollard just before lockdown - RIP Lynda Baron. A statement from her agent of nearly 30 years, Donna French, said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. 'She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. She was an English actress, singer, and comedian and Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley paid tribute, recalling fond memories she had of Baron, who played her mother in the drama series Fat Friends. Neil Young's bandmates - Crosby, Stills and Nash - follow 'Brokenhearted' Dawn French leads tributes to her Vicar of Wings actress Farrah Forke dead at 54: The star - who was Lynda Baron is still always open to exciting new acting challenges - The Sunday Post, Do not sell or share my personal information. Actress and comedian Lynda Baron has died aged 82, her agent has confirmed. Despite her many roles over the years, Auntie Mabel in 'Come Outside' is how I'll always remember her.". 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", Gold TV channel, which regularly airs reruns of Open All Hours, tweeted: "We're all deeply saddened by the passing of Lynda Baron who was well-loved as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in both Open All Hours and Still Open All Hours. She was 82 years old. She also starred as Linda Clarke in BBC soap EastEnders, the mother of Jane Beale (played by Laurie Brett), a role she originated in 2006 and returned to for stints in 2008 and 2016. Actress Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. But nobody noticed and they kept phoning up and offering me things. She was so supportive. "You get your lulls in work and that makes you all the more grateful when the next job comes along and all the more determined to give it your best. She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. There was never a day when we did not have a great laugh ourselves and that carried on when Still Open All Hours became a series.". As Gladys Emmanuel, she played a character who was constantly occupied by her rounds and taking care of her mother while resisting the romantic advances of Arkwright - played by Ronnie Barker. Her career began at the age of 16 when she was hired for a pantomime in Liverpool, after spending some time training at the Royal Academy of Dance. Her agent said her "iconic roles" were "loved by all generations", adding that she was "a leading light of our world". Leading ladies! ACTRESS Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. Lynda Baron, who has died aged 82, was well known to television viewers spanning the generations, but her comforting presence in comedy and childrens fare A statement from her agent, Donna French, said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in. Actress Lynda Baron, best known for starring in the BBC sitcom Open All Hours and EastEnders, has died at the age of 82. EastEnders pulled from BBC One tonight and tomorrow, Call The Midwife star Leonie Elliott quits BBC series after six years, BBC in one-off licence fee suspension for venues during King's Coronation, Partly that is because I am really the sort of person who prefers to look ahead and think about what I am doing now and, importantly, what I am going to do next., She added now poignantly: I have been an actress for a long time now and I hope to go on for quite a while yet. Such a lovely lady and a giving, caring person on set. 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Tributes have been paid to the popular actress on social media. Baron was nominated for a Bafta in 2011 for her role in The Road To Coronation Street on BBC Four. Lynda's passing was announced on March 7, 2022, by her agent of nearly 30 years, Donna French, but the representative didn't give an exact cause of death. Ed Sheerans touring partner's son, 16, tragically killed in car wreck, Sister Wives Janelle Brown doesnt approve of Christines new romance, Inside 1000-lb Sisters stars Amy and Michael's secret fights over kids, Today's Savannah Guthrie abruptly leaves show after scary new medical diagnosis, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, David Jason, Ronnie Barker and Lynda Baron on set for sitcom Open All Hours in 1981, Baron played Auntie Mabel in the 1990s BBC children's programme Come Outside, Baron with Pippin the dog, who appeared in kids' favourite Come Outside, Stephanie Cole, Lynda Baron, James Baxter and Sir David Jason for Still Open All Hours, Baron appeared EastEnders as Jane Beale's mum Linda Clarke, Baron and Celia Imrie in character for The Road to Coronation Street in 2013, Baron played Norma Patterson in ITV drama Fat Friends, Baron was best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, Baron was nominated for a Bafta in 2011 for her role in The Road To Coronation Street, Leonard Rossiter, Bill Oddie, John Bird, Lynda Baron and Robert Robinson at London's BBC Television Centre in 1965, She is survived by her daughter Sarah and son Morgan. Lynda Baron died from an illness at the age of 82, leaving behind her husband and children. Born on March 24, 1939, in Urmston, Lancashire. Here we are with Su Pollard just before lockdown - RIP Lynda Baron". I dont think Ill do it again. Actress: Scoop. Baron also appeared in the sequel Still Open All Hours when it returned in 2013, and played Auntie Mabel in the 1990s BBC childrens programme Come Outside. In 1966, she married John M. Lee. Lynda Baron with Pippin the dog. "Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. Lynda Baron has passed away at the age of 82, her agent has announced. In 2011, Baron scored a Bafta nomination for her role in The Road To Coronation Street on BBC Four, a one-off drama about the early days of the ITV soap, in which she played actress Violet Carson, who famously portrayed Ena Sharples in the long-running series. "It was certainly a start and I have been quite busy ever since," she said. "She was the nicest person and what a legend. Credit: PA Who was Lynda Baron? Baron's other credits included The Two Ronnies, 1970s sitcom Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt, plus long-running drama The Bill and soap Crossroads and various Carry On films. Actress Lynda Baron, best known for starring in the BBC sitcom Open All Hours and EastEnders, has died at the age of 82. Our thoughts are with her family and friends.'. Among her many other acting credentials included roles in Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt, Doctor Who, Agatha Christies Marple, Fat Friends, Come Outside and The Bill. Baron was nominated for a Bafta Award in 2011 for her role in The Road To Coronation Street, a one-off drama about the early days of the soap. The actress was best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, starring alongside Sir David Jason Baron died from an illness at the age of 82, leaving behind her and... Tributes to the talented actress have already begun pouring in died aged 82, leaving behind her husband and.... 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