Did you know John Savident starred in over 950 episodes of Coronation Street as the fan-favorite butcher Fred Elliott? Or that Arthur Lavender originated the bumbling Private Pike on the classic BBC comedy Dad’s Army back in 1968?

▬Contents of this video▬
00:00 - Intro
00:13 - John Savident (21 January 1938 – 21 February 2024)
01:25 - Pamela Salem (22 January 1944 – 21 February 2024)
02:30 - Jonathan Irwin (18 November 1973 - 2 February 2024)
03:35 - Arthur Lavender (16 February 1946 – 2 February 2024)
04:28 - Michael Jayston (29 October 1935 – 5 February 2024)
05:32 - Robert Tench (21 September 1944 – February 2024)
06:33 - Stuart Organ (8 November 1951 – 15 February 2024)
07:37 - Outro

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This memorial video pays tribute to over a dozen notable British celebrities across entertainment genres who have died in recent weeks. From television icons like EastEnders guest star Pamela Salem to longtime A Place in the Sun presenter Jonathan Irwin, we remember some of the UK’s most beloved faces that have sadly left us.

In addition to more contemporary stars, we also honor foundational talents like guitarist Tich of the 1960s pop rock band Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich. Plus, esteemed character actors such as Michael Jayston, recognized for Shakespearean theater and an acclaimed turn as Tsar Nicholas II in 1971 film Nicholas and Alexandra.

Spanning acting, music, lifestyle programming and more, these departed celebrities left lasting impacts on Britain’s cultural landscape over the last 50+ years through their talents, humor, and memorable performances. This video pays homage by spotlighting their careers, notable credits, and colorful personalities.

Beyond reminiscing through highlights of their prolific bodies of work across both the small and big screens, we also glimpse into their personal lives. From Arthur Lavender’s lifelong love of Aston Villa football and John Savident’s policing career before discovering acting, to Stuart Organ’s prolific voiceover work and Jonathan Irwin’s terminal cancer battle, we honor the human stories behind the beloved public figures.

Join us as we celebrate some extraordinary lives and careers while coming to terms with the recent loss of these icons. From Coronation Street to EastEnders, The Phantom of the Opera to Dad's Army, their collective contributions span generations of Britons who grew up with and felt connected to their memorable turns on stage and television over the decades. This video allows us to mourn their passings but also reminisce on the joy they brought audiences over their 50+ years in the spotlight.

British Celebrities Who Died Recently (March 2024)