Dennis Waterman tributes as Minder and New Tricks star dies at the age of 74

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BBC series New Tricks and moving to Spain.The late, great TV icon died on May 8, 2022 aged 74 years old, following a two year battle with lung cancer, his ex-wife Patricia Maynard recently revealed.However in his last years before his death, Dennis admitted in an interview that he was enjoying his new life in Spain and was not actively seeking work.Instead he said he enjoyed spending time playing golf and living in a new "two up, two down" house in the country, after downsizing from his four bedroom home in the UK, admitting in a past interview with The Mirror that he was "really, really good at doing f*** all".He said at the time: "I’m not rushing about looking for work really – I’ll see how far the money goes."I’ve found out a remarkable thing about myself is that I’m really, really good at doing f*** all."I’ve always sneered at people who have gone into early retirement and thought, 'what are you going to do?', but I’ve taken to it like a duck to water."Dennis, who is fondly remembered for his roles in TV series including Minder and The Sweeney, also starred in BBC's New Tricks as Gerry Standing from 2003-2015, before starting a new life in Spain.In the interview, he had explained that he was enjoying time with his wife Pam Flint, with the couple regularly playing golf and "lolling in the sun, having a splash when it gets too hot".The legendary actor died in Spain with wife Pam by his side, with his family releasing a statement saying: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain."The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time."Fans and stars from the world of entertainment have since paid tribute to the star, with DIY SOS

cancer, his second wife Patricia Maynard confirmed.The actor, who starred in shows including The Sweeney, Minder, and New Tricks, died at the age of 74 this week.‘I’m terribly sad that he’s gone but I’m really pleased that he did not suffer and died peacefully,’ Patricia said.She added to MailOnline: ‘He had lung cancer and was really quite poorly for the last couple of years.

Dennis Waterman died following a two-year battle with lung cancer, his ex-wife Patricia Maynard has revealed.The TV icon died in hospital in Spain on May 8, 2022, aged 74 years old, with his death announced in a statement from his family.Actress Patricia Maynard, who was married to the star between 1977-1987 and with who he had two daughters including EastEnders Laura Beale actress Hannah Waterman, paid tribute to him in a recent interview, where she revealed that Dennis Waterman had previously been diagnosed with cancer.She told MailOnline: "I'm terribly sad that he's gone but I'm really pleased that he did not suffer and died peacefully. "He had lung cancer and was really quite poorly for the last couple of years.

Kay Burley has apologised after she confused the late Dennis Waterman with another television star following his passing. In a statement released on Sunday, Dennis' heartbroken family revealed the celebrated star had died at the age of 74 in Spain, with his wife Pam by his side.Taking to Twitter, Sky News presenter Kay accidentally paid tribute to "Pete" Waterman, who is a record producer and was a judge on Popstars: The Rivals. Upon realising her mistake, Kay wrote in her amended tweet: "'RIP Dennis Waterman.

PIERS Morgan has led tributes to "superb actor" Dennis Waterman - who starred in TV shows Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks - after his death at the age of 74. Waterman starred as bodyguard Terry McCann in Minder and he first found fame as tough nut cop George Carter in The Sweeney opposite John Thaw.

Matt Lucas and Paddy McGuinness are leading the tributes to legendary actor Dennis Waterman, whose death was announced today.A statement confirmed that the Minder and New Tricks star died aged 74 on Sunday, with wife Pam by his side.The family have asked for privacy as their grieve, revealing that the ‘beloved’ star ‘passed away very peacefully in hospital in Spain.’Sharing their fond memories of the actor and reflecting on his career, fellow entertainment icons are remembering the ‘icon’, who was part of their lives growing up.Take Me Out host McGuinness shared a picture of character Terry McCann, writing that he always wanted to be him as a child.In a tweet, he wrote: ‘Myself and my Phoenix Nights cast mates used to sing the theme tune to Minder on tour and on the Karaoke! Gutted I never got to meet him, always wanted to be Terry McCann. Another icon from my childhood gone.

TRIBUTES have poured in for actor Dennis Waterman - who starred in TV shows Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks - after his death at the age of 74. Waterman starred as bodyguard Terry McCann in Minder and he first found fame as tough nut cop George Carter in The Sweeney opposite John Thaw.

Dennis Waterman has sadly passed away aged 74, survived by his loving wife Pam.Known for his roles in television shows such as Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, the much-loved star died at his home in Spain.A statement released by his family said: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain."Dennis died on Sunday afternoon with his wife Pam by his side, his family explained.The statement added: "The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time."Survived by his wife, Dennis' love life had its ups and downs – as well as a total of four marriages and a string of passionate affairs.The actor found true love after all, with blonde beauty Pam, after being friends for some time.The couple were pals for 15 years before they finally got wed in November 2011, but before finding love with Pam, Dennis had three other marriages.Dennis' first wife was Penny Dixon, who he married in 1967 before things ended in 1976.One year on in 1977 he married Patricia Maynard and the pair welcomed two daughters, one of whom is Hannah Waterman.Hannah has followed in her dad's footsteps and went on to act. She even played the role of Laura Beale in EastEnders, and later appeared in New Tricks alongside her dad as his character's daughter.

Dennis Waterman, star of Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, has died, aged 74. The news was announced by the actor’s family, who revealed in a statement that he died on Sunday (8 May) with his wife Pam by his side. “We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully in hospital in Spain.

READ MORE: ITV Britain's Got Talent faces fresh fix claims as magician makes fourth appearance Stars who worked alongside Waterman took to social media to pay tribute to the actor. Comedian and Bake Off host Matt Lucas wrote: "I grew up watching Dennis Waterman's iconic performances in The Sweeney and Minder. His guest appearance in our Little Britain Live show at Hammersmith Apollo - in which he hilariously duetted with David's absurd impersonation of him - remains the absolute highlight of my career.

Matt Lucas and Paddy McGuinness are leading the tributes to legendary actor Dennis Waterman, whose death was announced today. A statement confirmed that the Minder and New Tricks star died aged 74 on Sunday, with wife Pam by his side. The family have asked for privacy as their grieve, revealing that the ‘beloved’ star ‘passed away very peacefully in hospital in Spain.

Minder and New Tricks, has died, his family have confirmed.The star died at home this afternoon (May 8) with his wife Pam by his side, they said in a statement per the BBC. He was 74 years old.“We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain,” the statement read.

Sky News host posted."A brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s. Loved The Sweeney.

Actor Dennis Waterman has sadly passed away aged 74.

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