Actress Patricia Routledge, best known for her role as the lovable snob Hyacinth Bucket, has died aged 96.
Routledge became a household name due to her hilarious performance as Mrs Bucket pronounced "Bouquet" in the hit TV comedy. The show brought in as many as 13 million viewers at its peak in the 1990s.
Her death was confirmed by her agent who released this statement.
"We are deeply saddened to confirm the passing of Dame Patricia Routledge, who died peacefully in her sleep this morning surrounded by love", the statement read. "Even at 96 years old, Dame Patricia's passion for her work and for connecting with live audiences never waned, just as new generations of audiences have continued to find her through her beloved television roles".
"She will be dearly missed by those closest to her and by her devoted admirers around the world".
Patricia Routledge was never married and had no children.
