Nina Farr: Last News

Casualty has seen more than its fair share of on-screen disasters over the years – which you might expect, considering the popular BBC medical drama has been running for an incredible 38 years. But while the medics of Holby battle to save lives in the busy accident and emergency department each week, the show – launched way back in 1986 – has also seen considerable tragedy off screen too. Actor Simon MacCorkindale joined the cast in 2002 and played the character of Dr Harry Harper for seven years, but sadly died aged 58 after a four-year battle with cancer.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.CASUALTY star Rebekah Gibbs has died after a long cancer battle.The stage and TV actress, whose credits include Fame, Grease, Starlight Express and The Bill, is best known for her role as moody nurse Nina Farr on the BBC drama series.The actress, 41, was first diagnosed with breast cancer in January 2008, just 10 weeks after giving birth to her daughter Gigi.Speaking at the time, she revealed: "After a week and a half of being prodded and poked, I’d been given the most horrendous news."At the age of 35, I had an aggressive form of breast cancer: grade three."But after beating the disease she was given the five year all clear this year.Almost at once,