Derek Conway: Last News

Fans of the hit police drama The Bill are in mourning after the death of veteran actor Ben Roberts.

THE Bill's Ben Roberts, who played Chief Inspector Derek Conway, has died aged 70. The actor's agent said he passed away on Monday.

ITV police drama from 1987 to 2000, when he was killed off in a car bomb attack.The actor's agent announced the news of his death on Twitter. LCM Limited wrote: “Remembering the wonderful Ben Roberts who sadly passed away on Monday.“Best known as Chief Inspector Derek Conway in The Bill & he had an extensive career in theatre, TV & film.

Ben Roberts, who was best known for his role in The Bill, has died aged 70.

Ben Roberts has died at the age of 70, his agent has said. The actor, who was best known for playing the role of Chief Inspector Derek Conway in The Bill, is said to have passed away on Monday, 7 June.

Daily Star's Inside Hot TV newsletter sees Ed Gleave send you telly's hot takes straight to your inbox every SundayThe Bill actor Ben Roberts, who played one the lead roles of Chief Inspector Derek Conway in the hit police series, has sadly passed.The star was 70-years-old.Bill appeared on the uber-popular from 1987 to 2000.A statement by Bill's agent LCM Limited said: 'Remembering the wonderful Ben Roberts who sadly passed away on Monday.'Best known as Chief Inspector Derek Conway in The Bill & he had an extensive career in theatre, TV & film.'Our thoughts are with his wife Helen & family at this time."This is a breaking news story and is constantly being updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest TV updates.