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Father Ted actor Joe Rooney was not prepared for the sudden death of his co-star Rynagh O'Grady earlier this week as he believed she was in 'great form' and had 'no major health issues'.

Father Ted star Rynagh O'Grady has died at 67.The Dublin actress, best known as Craggy Island shop co-owner Mary O'Leary died suddenly, it was announced today.Rynagh trained in the Abbey School of Acting and throughout her 50 year career, she appeared in numerous productions at the Dublin theatre.The 67-year-old was greatly respected across the Irish theatre scene and was also known for her directorial and writing skills.She was best known for her role as Mary, whose hilarious rows with husband John were swept under the carpet whenever Father Ted appeared. In a statement, obtained by Dublin Live, the Abbey Theatre said: "We were deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of our beloved friend and colleague Rynagh O’Grady.

Father Ted star Rynagh O'Grady, who played shop owner Mary O'Leary in the Channel 4 sitcom, has died aged 67.The Irish actress died suddenly, it was announced on Tuesday.The brunette beauty trained at Abbey School of Acting and had a successful career that took her far and wide over 50 years.The Abbey theatre said in a statement obtained by Dublin Live: "We were deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of our beloved friend and colleague Rynagh O’Grady. We are thinking of her family and all who loved her.

Father Ted star Rynagh O'Grady who played shop owner Mary has died at 67.