Legendary comedian Duncan Norvelle has passed away at the age of 66.The star, famous for his 'Chase Me' catchphrase, rose to fame on ITV's Saturday Royal variety show in the 1980s and died on Thursday morning (December 12).
Duncan's death was confirmed by his agent, who shared in a tribute: "All I can say is Duncan was a comedy genius and British icon ahead of his time who loved showbusiness.
We managed Duncan and re-released his album Music From My Life, but more than anything he become a good friend and will be truly missed in the entertainment world." His wife Linda Trevallion also spoke about Duncan's death, telling The Sun that he died from a chest infection and sepsis. "He's at peace and he's made millions of people laugh in his lifetime.
I've never heard anyone say a bad thing about him," she said. A post on his Facebook page read: "‘It’s with great sadness myself and Duncan’s children have to announce the passing of Duncan Norvelle this morning at 8.15am. "Duncan passed peacefully with myself and daughter Yasmin.
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