THE world of showbiz united tonight to pay tribute to TV and Celebrity Big Brother star Lionel Blair. The dancer and entertainer, also famous for roles on Give Us A Clue and The Real Marigold Hotel, has died aged 92.
His agent explained that he was surrounded by loved ones in his final hours, his management company revealed. The star's agent said: "He got to a very ripe old age, he was loved by his family, and I think he died in their company, which is lovely." Piers Morgan, 56, led tributes tweeting: "RIP Lionel Blair, 92.
A wonderful all-round entertainer & lovely man. Sad news." Lionel's Real Marigold Hotel co-star Sheila Ferguson, 74, posted: "OMG.
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