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Dennis Waterman’s second wife Patricia Maynard has paid tribute to the actor after he died on Sunday, aged 74, after a a secret two-year battle with lung cancer. Patricia, who was married to Dennis for ten years, from 1977 to 1897, and is mother to his two daughters, Hannah and Julia, has spoken out about her ex-husband's death. She said to MailOnline: ”I'm terribly sad that he's gone but I'm really pleased that he did not suffer and died peacefully.

cancer, his second wife Patricia Maynard confirmed.The actor, who starred in shows including The Sweeney, Minder, and New Tricks, died at the age of 74 this week.‘I’m terribly sad that he’s gone but I’m really pleased that he did not suffer and died peacefully,’ Patricia said.She added to MailOnline: ‘He had lung cancer and was really quite poorly for the last couple of years.

Dennis Waterman, following his death aged 74 on May 8, 2022.Famous for his role as Terry McCann in Minder, Dennis played a number of unforgettable characters throughout his career, beginning with his fame as a child actor in TV series Just William.From there he never left our TV screens, taking on some of the most iconic roles in British TV history - but how many can you remember?To pay tribute to the late, great Dennis Waterman, Daily Star takes a look back at some of Dennis Waterman's roles away from his Minder, New Tricks and The Sweeney fame.Dennis' acting talents were evident from a young age, after the star was given a place with The Royal Shakespeare Company following a role with the Children's Film Foundation.Aged 13 years old, he landed his first leading role as the titular character in William in the BBC's adaptation of Just William. Though only six episodes long, the role showcased the start of a brilliant career of the man who would become one of the biggest stars of TV in the decades to follow.Some of the greatest actors in history have appeared in the Hammer House films - including Dennis Waterman in 1970's Scars Of Dracula.Starring alongside On Her Majesty's Secret Service star Jenny Hanley, horror legend Christopher Lee and Dr Who star Patrick Troughton, the film became famous as the first to show the groundbreaking scene of Dracula scaling the castle walls.

PIERS Morgan has led tributes to "superb actor" Dennis Waterman - who starred in TV shows Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks - after his death at the age of 74. Waterman starred as bodyguard Terry McCann in Minder and he first found fame as tough nut cop George Carter in The Sweeney opposite John Thaw.

Matt Lucas and Paddy McGuinness are leading the tributes to legendary actor Dennis Waterman, whose death was announced today.A statement confirmed that the Minder and New Tricks star died aged 74 on Sunday, with wife Pam by his side.The family have asked for privacy as their grieve, revealing that the ‘beloved’ star ‘passed away very peacefully in hospital in Spain.’Sharing their fond memories of the actor and reflecting on his career, fellow entertainment icons are remembering the ‘icon’, who was part of their lives growing up.Take Me Out host McGuinness shared a picture of character Terry McCann, writing that he always wanted to be him as a child.In a tweet, he wrote: ‘Myself and my Phoenix Nights cast mates used to sing the theme tune to Minder on tour and on the Karaoke! Gutted I never got to meet him, always wanted to be Terry McCann. Another icon from my childhood gone.

"She has seen and is grateful for your messages but can’t respond - the grief is too personal and private.Thank you for understanding. E x"Fans flocked to comment on the post, as social media users offered their condolences.Twitter user, Stephen McNally commented: "Take care of her Emily.

TRIBUTES have poured in for actor Dennis Waterman - who starred in TV shows Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks - after his death at the age of 74. Waterman starred as bodyguard Terry McCann in Minder and he first found fame as tough nut cop George Carter in The Sweeney opposite John Thaw.

Matt Lucas and Paddy McGuinness are leading the tributes to legendary actor Dennis Waterman, whose death was announced today. A statement confirmed that the Minder and New Tricks star died aged 74 on Sunday, with wife Pam by his side. The family have asked for privacy as their grieve, revealing that the ‘beloved’ star ‘passed away very peacefully in hospital in Spain.

British actor Dennis Waterman, who starred in the TV shows Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, has died at 74. No immediate information the cause was available.

Actor Dennis Waterman has died at the age of 74. A statement said: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain." Dennis was renowned for his roles in Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks.