Dennis Waterman tributes pour in as New Tricks and The Sweeney star dies aged 74

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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.

Dennis Waterman’s second wife Patricia Maynard has paid tribute to the actor after he died on Sunday, aged 74, after a a secret two-year battle with lung cancer. Patricia, who was married to Dennis for ten years, from 1977 to 1897, and is mother to his two daughters, Hannah and Julia, has spoken out about her ex-husband's death. She said to MailOnline: ”I'm terribly sad that he's gone but I'm really pleased that he did not suffer and died peacefully.

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.

Dennis Waterman, following his death aged 74 on May 8, 2022.Famous for his role as Terry McCann in Minder, Dennis played a number of unforgettable characters throughout his career, beginning with his fame as a child actor in TV series Just William.From there he never left our TV screens, taking on some of the most iconic roles in British TV history - but how many can you remember?To pay tribute to the late, great Dennis Waterman, Daily Star takes a look back at some of Dennis Waterman's roles away from his Minder, New Tricks and The Sweeney fame.Dennis' acting talents were evident from a young age, after the star was given a place with The Royal Shakespeare Company following a role with the Children's Film Foundation.Aged 13 years old, he landed his first leading role as the titular character in William in the BBC's adaptation of Just William. Though only six episodes long, the role showcased the start of a brilliant career of the man who would become one of the biggest stars of TV in the decades to follow.Some of the greatest actors in history have appeared in the Hammer House films - including Dennis Waterman in 1970's Scars Of Dracula.Starring alongside On Her Majesty's Secret Service star Jenny Hanley, horror legend Christopher Lee and Dr Who star Patrick Troughton, the film became famous as the first to show the groundbreaking scene of Dracula scaling the castle walls.

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.

EastEnders actress Hannah Waterman has shared a tribute to her father Dennis Waterman, who died yesterday (May 8, 2022) at the age of 74 years old.The Minder star died 'peacefully' at a hospital in Spain with his wife Pam by his side, with his family announcing his death in 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."Dennis had two daughters from his second marriage, including daughter Hannah who starred in EastEnders as Laura Beale between 2000-2004, as well as going on to share the screen with her famous father later in her career.She has since paid tribute to her father in a social media post, with fans sharing their messages and own tributes to the star too.Here, Daily Star takes a closer look at Hannah Waterman's life and sharing the screen with father Dennis.Hannah Waterman was born on July 22, 1975 to her parents Dennis Waterman and Patricia Maynard.Both of Hannah's parents are acting stars, with father Dennis appearing in some of the greatest British TV series of all time including Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks.Her mother Patricia is also a critically acclaimed theatre actress, appearing in productions such as Blithe Spirit and Henry V, alongside her TV appearances in programmes including Dr Who, where she played villain Miss Winters, opposite fourth doctor Tom Baker.She also starred in The Sweeney and Minder alongside then husband Dennis Waterman, and it is reported that she also wrote the lyrics to I Could Be So Good For You, the theme tune to Minder, which Dennis famously sung.Dennis Waterman and Patricia Maynard also welcomed Hannah's

ACTOR Dennis Waterman has died aged 74 after a career spanning seven decades. The celebrated TV star, best-known for his tough guy roles in shows like Minder, New Tricks and The Sweeney, died at his Spanish home with his wife by his side.

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.

Piers Morgan took to Twitter and reacted to the sad news in view of his 7.9 million followers yesterday. Dennis Waterman died at his home in Spain with his wife Pam Flint by his side.Piers, 57, penned a heartfelt tribute to the late actor who died at the age of 74.The Uncensored presenter praised The Sweeney star who he branded a "superb actor".Sharing a candid snap alongside the late actor and Dennis' former co-star, John Thaw, Piers penned: "RIP Dennis Waterman, 74."Star of Minder, New Tricks and for me, his finest role - as Detective George Carter in The Sweeney opposite the late, great John Thaw."Superb actor and a great character.Sad news."Fans inundated the presenter's comment section, as people offered their condolences.Twitter user, Trevor C Watson remarked: "I love watching repeats of Minder with Dennis Waterman because it still makes me laugh and the scenes between Terry, Arthur & Inspector Chisolm were the best of all, the chemistry between the 3 actors was superb.

Just a year later, Dennis married actress Patricia Maynard, who he had two daughters with.One of his daughters is actress Hannah Waterman, best known for her role as Ian Beale's tragic wife Laura in EastEnders.The same year he divorced Patricia, Dennis married Rula Lenska and the marriage lasted 11 years until 1998.He addressed their turbulent romance on Pier's Morgan's Life Stories after claims of violence in their marriage but he shared she was "never beaten".Following their divorce, he found love with Pam after his three failed marriages.Reflecting on their relationship in 2006, Pam described the “total love” Dennis had for her after she underwent life-saving surgery for bladder cancer.She said: "Dennis has never made me feel that it has made the slightest difference to him. All I ever see in his eyes is total love."Dennis’ acting career spanned six decades after starting with childhood roles in film and theatre.Later in life, Dennis began to land parts on TV, film and in the West End.During his career, Dennis worked on a wide range of roles, which included everything from horror to comedy and drama to sports.The actor appeared in a total of 29 films throughout his lifetime.Dennis’ family confirmed his death yesterday in a statement.The statement read: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis, passed away very peacefully at home.""The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time," it concluded.Dennis was survived by his wife and children, Hannah and Julia Waterman.Following the news of his passing, fans of the actor took to Twitter to pay tribute.Broadcaster Kay Burley wrote: “RIP Dennis Waterman.

"She has seen and is grateful for your messages but can’t respond - the grief is too personal and private.Thank you for understanding. E x"Fans flocked to comment on the post, as social media users offered their condolences.Twitter user, Stephen McNally commented: "Take care of her Emily.

Jamal Edwards and Peter Bowles. The section also paid tribute to the loss of Betty White, Tom Parker and Gary Waldhorn as well as Dennis Waterman, who died on Sunday. Taking to Twitter, one wrote: “Such sad news about Dennis Waterman RIP," as another posted: "Janice Long went too early.

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.

his home in Spain, with his wife Pam by his side. A statement said: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully at his home 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.

Actor Dennis Waterman has died at the age of 74, with the sad news being announced in a statement. It read: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain." Dennis was renowned for his roles in Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, and he is reported to have died with his wife by his side. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter The actor was married three times - to Penny Dixon from 1967 until 1976, Patricia Maynard for ten years from 1977 and Rula Lenska, from 1987 until 1998.

British actor Dennis Waterman, who starred in the TV shows Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, has died at 74. No immediate information the cause was available.