For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/. She briefly appeared in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders in 2006 as Linda Clarke, the mother of Jane Beale. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. She once gifted me a pair of beautiful red shoes. ", Another tweeted: "I grew up watching her. Lynda is survived by her two children, Sarah and Morgan. Actress: Scoop. Her agent of nearly 30 years, Donna French, told PA Media: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. Lynda Baron has died aged 82. We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.. Lynda is survived by her two children, Sarah and Morgan. Something went wrong, please try again later. Baron returned as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in sequel series Still Open All Hours alongside Sir David Jason when it began airing in 2013. Thoughts with Lyndas friends and family https://t.co/VnTCPMf8U9. Her film credits also included 2020's sports movie Dream Horse which starred Damian Lewis and Joanna Page, Woody Allen's 2006 romantic crime Scoop and 2005's Colour Me Kubrick. "We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.". ACTRESS Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. Lynda's passing was announced on March 7, 2022, by her agent of nearly 30 years, Donna French, but the representative didn't give an exact cause of death. The star was described as a wonderful actress and great friend in a statement from her agent. Hope youre high up in the sky with pippin xx". She is also a big name among Doctor Who fans, having guest starred in the long-running sci-fi drama on three occasions, the last of which was 2011's Closing Time co-starring Matt Smith and James Corden. "Each and everyday I learnt so much from you, but mostly we always laughed together. She married her husband John M Lee in 1966 and they had two children together, daughter Sarah and son Morgan. Here we are with Su Pollard just before lockdown - RIP Lynda Baron. On stage, she featured in the 1987 musical Follies in the West End, the stage version of 2007's In Celebration alongside Orlando Bloom, plus theatre shows including An Inspector Calls, Stepping Out and The Full Monty. Our love and thoughts are with Lyndas family and friends. Here we are with Su Pollard just before lockdown - RIP Lynda Baron. Lynda played Grandma in children's television seriesFimbles from 2002-2003 and was Auntie Mabel in educational kids' TV showCome Outside from 1993-1997. Another added: "Such sad news about Lynda Baron, an actress who was a comforting auntie to a generation of kids she never met. Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley paid tribute, recalling fond memories she had of Baron, who played her mother in the drama series Fat Friends. Baron also appeared in the sequel Still Open All Hours when it returned in 2013, and played Auntie Mabel in the 1990s BBC childrens programme Come Outside. Vote in our poll. You played my mum for four wonderful, memorable years in 'Fat Friends'. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.. Actress Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82, her agent has announced. 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It was hard work because you were constantly doing one drama, rehearsing the next one and learning the lines of the one after that. VIP and you will unlock access to all of our big exclusives Be the first to meet the latest showbiz babies, see the most sought after wedding pictures of the year, or take a guided tour around your favourite star's lavish multi-million pound home - all for free! pic.twitter.com/neIonrWOEg. Lynda also played Auntie Mabel She starred opposite Sir David Jason Tributes flooded in for the late actress when news of her death was confirmed. The couple had two adult children, Sarah and Morgan. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Harrison added: "Such sad news about Lynda Baron, an actress who was a comforting auntie to a generation of kids she never met. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Such a lovely lady and a giving, caring person on set. 'She was the nicest person and what a legend. Lilian Baron, known professionally as Lynda Baron, was an 82-year-old English actress. Lynda Baron, who featured in shows such as 'Open All Hours' and 'EastEnders', has died at the age of 82. In BBC soap EastEnders, she played Linda Clarke, the mother of Jane Beale. Lynda's role on Open All Hours ran across all four series from 1976 to 1985. But nobody noticed and they kept phoning up and offering me things. For her role as Violet Carson in The Road To Coronation Street, a BBC Four prequel to Corrie, Lynda was nominated for a BAFTA in 2011. Our thoughts are with her family and friends at I retired once before when I was younger, she said. In 2016, Lynda returned to EastEnders for a brief appearance as Linda, mother of Christian Clarke (John Partridge). Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Actor Stuart Antony also shared a photo alongside the actress and added: "Saddened to hear wonderful friend Lynda Baron has sadly passed away. She also appeared in the ITV sitcom Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt, BBC soap EastEnders as Linda Clarke, the mother of Jane Beale, and made appearances in Doctor Who, Last Of The Summer Wine and Dinner Ladies. ACTRESS Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. DeSantis won't say he's running. Baron's agent Donna French said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. 'Each & everyday I learnt so much from you, but mostly we ALWAYS laughed together, your energy will live on FOREVER #restinpeace #legend love ya xxx'. Described as a "wonderful actress and great friend" in a statement from her agent, Lynda is survived by her two children, Sarah and Morgan. 'She was funny and clever and a joy to work with. That same year, Lynda told Express.co.uk she never made a decision to be an actor - she "came out of the womb" as one. You get your lulls in work and that makes you all the more grateful when the next job comes along and all the more determined to give it your best. While a fan said: "RIP Lynda Baron you made my childhood thank you. For other inquiries, Contact Us. The actress was best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, starring alongside Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in the hit programme, which ran for four series starting in 1976. Pat McAfee confirms he has 'officially been served by Brett Favre' after accusing ex-Packers QB of 'stealing from the poor people of Mississippi' in $77m welfare fraud scheme three weeks after DailyMail.com first broke the story! She is also known for playing Linda Clarke, Jane Beale's mother, in a recurring guest role on Eastenders. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Devastated fans have paid tribute on social media including Elliot who penned: "Sad news about Lynda Baron. "Your energy will live on forever. Tributes have been paid to the popular actress on social media. "She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. Actor Lynda Baron, who was best known for starring in BBC sitcom Open All Hours and children's TV show Come Outside, has died at the age of 82, her agent has confirmed. Among her many other acting credentials included roles in Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt, Doctor Who, Agatha Christies Marple, Fat Friends, Come Outside and The Bill. Lynda Barons agent Donna French announced the news of her death, saying: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. Baron married John M Lee in 1966 and they went on to have two children, Sarah and Morgan. Sir David played Arkwright's equally long-suffering nephew, who went on to run the shop with his son when the show returned as Still Open All Hours in 2013. 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The representative continued by saying, "She was a wonderful actress and We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.. Baron originally trained as a dancer at the Royal Academy of Dance andrepertory theatre and several West End venues, Baron appeared in Open All Hours starting in 1976 and also made appearances in the sequel, Still Open All Hours, when it aired in 2013, 'We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.'. 'We were so honoured when she played a guest role in Citizen Khan. "We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.". "She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. Full House star Bob Saget was found dead in a hotel room at the age of 65 in January, whilst on his latest comedy tour across America. View our online Press Pack. Baron originally trained as a dancer at the Royal Academy of Dance and repertory theatre and several West End venues. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged in, Please refresh your browser to be logged in. She was also in Woody Allen's 2006 romantic crime comedy film Scoop, and 2005's Colour Me Kubrick, about a man who posed as director Stanley Kubrick during production of the film Eyes Wide Shut. 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Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley paid tribute, recalling fond memories she had of Baron, who played her mother in the drama series Fat Friends. READ MORE:Craig Revel Horwood speaks on 'falling in love' with Strictly co-star. She also appeared in the sequel Still Open All Hours when it returned in 2013. A statement from her agent of nearly 30 years and close friend Donna French said: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. She reflected on her fantastic career and told the Sunday Post in 2020: "I loved playing Nurse Gladys and Auntie Mabel but I couldnt name my favourite of the different characters I have played. I dont think Ill do it again. "Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. You can unsubscribe at any time. She was also well-known amongst younger generations for playing the enigmatic explorer Auntie Mabel in the 1990s BBC children's programme Come Outside - travelling in her polka-dotted Slingsby T67 Firefly with her dog Pippin. She was an English actress, singer, and comedian and Baron is survived by her two children, daughter Sarah and son Morgan. As Gladys Emmanuel, she played a character who was constantly occupied by her rounds and taking care of her mother while resisting the romantic advances of Arkwright - played by Ronnie Barker. Baron was nominated for a Bafta in 2011 for her role in The Road To Coronation Street on BBC Four. Baron also appeared in the ITV sitcom Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt, BBC soap and made appearances in both Doctor Who's original run and the revived series, Last Of The Summer Wine and Dinner Ladies. But, her work didn't just entertain the older generations as Lynda also starred in the beloved children's programme Come Outside which ran from 1993 for three series as Auntie Mabel, where she and her dog Pippin would go on adventures. "Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. And she had roles in Doctor Who, Last Of The Summer Wine and Dinner Ladies. Our thoughts are with her family and friends.". As Auntie Mabel in Come Outside, she encouraged children to be curious about the world around them, tackling topics such as wood and spiders. The actress was best known for her part in BBC sitcom Open All Hours and her agent and long-term friend has announced the heartbreaking news. "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron," she said, per the BBC. Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. Baron starred opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker as "She had a quality when you watched her that made you feel like you knew her so well.". Actress Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. She returned as a regular in the series from November 2008 to February 2009. Actor Stuart Antony also shared a photo alongside the actress and added: "Saddened to hear wonderful friend Lynda Baron has sadly passed away. Lynda Baron stars in 1997 Coronation Street episode, She was much-loved in Still Open All Hours and returned for the re-boot, Lynda also appeared in Fat friends as well as EastEnders, She starred opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker in Open All Hours, Frank O'Farrell dead: Former Manchester United manager dies at the age of 94, Thai police admit security breach as woman gets into ambulance carrying Shane Warne's body. Here we are with Su Pollard just before lockdown - RIP Lynda Baron". Lynda Baron has passed away at the age of 82, her agent has announced. Her first professional job was in panto at Liverpool Empire when she was 16. Baron starred opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in the hit show, which ran for four series starting in 1976. Baron's other credits included The Two Ronnies, 1970s sitcom Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt, plus long-running drama The Bill and soap Crossroads and various Carry On films. Enjoy this party classic with an updated RT twist - fun for all the family! "I went into rep then and learned so much about acting. Her agent of nearly 30 years, Donna French, said: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. 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