Following on from the news that Jill Gascoine died at the age of 83 yesterday, EastEnders star Jake Wood, 47, has spoken out and shared a heartwarming tribute to The Gentle Touch actress who "inspired" him.
Jill, the wife of Alred Molina, died after a 10-year battle with Alzheimer's disease.It was confirmed by her son Adam, that Jill, who was best known for her role as Detective Inspector Maggie Forbes in The Gentle Touch, passed away after suffering from Alzheimer's for 10 years.After the news of her passing was confirmed, EastEnders actor Jake spoke out about the bond he had with the star from when he was just 11-years-old.The soap star reflected on the time he and Jill worked together in The Gentle Touch in 1984, the beginning of Jake's.
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