Gwyneth Powell: Last News

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Nancy Reagan and performed by some of them at the White House. A measure of the immortality enjoyed by Gwyneth Powell’s Grange Hill role came in 2009 when the time-travelling drama Ashes to Ashes included a flashback to 1982 with a clip of Mrs McClusky. Gwyneth Powell was born in Manchester on July 5 1946 to Sidney, a factory worker, and Mary (née Bustard).

Grange Hill Zammo actor Lee MacDonald has paid tribute to Gwyneth Powell, who has died at the age of 76.She was known by millions of children – and parents – for playing the fictional comprehensive school’s headmistress Bridget McClusky for a decade.Lee – who played troubled Zammo McGuire on the BBC show – described Powell as a “wonderful lady”. The 54-year-old said on Instagram: “So sad to hear the loss of Gwyneth Powell AKA Mrs McClusky, what a wonderful lady and will be missed by so many.READ MORE: Grange Hill's Zammo star eyes up return as Sir Phil Redmond finishes film script“She was a massive part of my childhood, sleep well Gwyneth.”He signed off with heart emojis and kisses.Her representative Matthew Lacey said she died “after complications following a major operation for a perforated colon”. She was married to fellow actor Alan Leith, who was at her bedside in Brighton when she “passed away peacefully” last Thursday.Patricia Hidalgo, director of BBC Children’s and Education said: “Her ­famous portrayal of Mrs McClusky is one that will be fondly ­remembered by all those that grew up watching Grange Hill.”The Grange Hill Twitter fan account also shared an image of Powell, writing: "Thank you for the memories".Broadcaster Anthony David also shared his condolences, tweeting: “Very sad about this.

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READ MORE: Andrew Marr relived personal tragedy as he delivered emotional announcement on Queen's death The statement from her agent continued: "“Gwyneth will be greatly missed by her adoring family and friends along with her many fans from multiple TV appearances. ” Patricia Hidalgo, director of BBC Children’s and Education: “We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Gwyneth Powell.

Gwyneth Powell - best known for her role as headmistress Mrs McClusky in the BBC show Grange Hill - has died.

Actress Gwyneth Powell, who appeared in the BBC series Grange Hill, has died at the age of 76, her agent has said. Powell was best known for playing headmistress Bridget McClusky between 1981 and 1991 and also appeared in Channel 4 comedy show Man Down. Her representative Matthew Lacey said in a statement on behalf of the family that the actress died “after complications following a major operation for a perforated colon”.

ACTRESS Gwyneth Powell, who appeared in the BBC series Grange Hill, has died at the age of 76, her agent has said. Powell was best known for playing headmistress Bridget McClusky between 1981 and 1991 and also appeared in Channel 4 comedy show Man Down.

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Jeremy Clarkson makes savage swipe at Meghan in tribute to the QueenFans may also remember Gwyneth for starring in Channel 4 comedy show Man Down.Her other television work includes appearances in; Heartbeat, A Touch of Frost, Holby City, Hetty Wainthropp Investigates and Father Brown.Tributes have flooded in for the late actress on social media.Patricia Hidalgo, director of BBC Children's and Educatio said: "We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Gwyneth Powell."Her famous portrayal of Mrs McClusky is one that will be fondly remembered by all those that grew up watching Grange Hill."Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this sad time."Elliot Gonzalez added: "Sad news about Gwyneth Powell who has died at the age of 76."She played headmistress Mrs McCluskey in Grange Hill, Dan’s mum in Man Down and a number of other roles. Reunited now with Rik Mayall."Meghan's 'overplaying her hand' after leaving royals says US star [REVEALED]Alan Sugar reacts to 'rubbish' King Charles III claim about Meghan [REACTION]Rita Ora leaves little to the imagination in sparkly silver bodysuit [PICTURED]Mick wrote: "Very sad news about Gwyneth Powell."Like many others I grew up watching her in Grange Hill, but her role as Dan’s mother in Man Down was absolutely fantastic.

Gwyneth Powell, best known for her role in Grange Hill, has died aged 76. She will be familiar to many for playing headmistress Mrs McClusky in the popular children's BBC series.