Read about our approach to external linking. Her first professional job was in panto at Liverpool Empire when she was 16. Leading ladies! We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Lilian Ridgway, known professionally as Lynda Baron, was an English actress, best known for playing Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in the BBC comedy Enjoy this party classic with an updated RT twist - fun for all the family! ", Gold TV channel, which regularly airs reruns of Open All Hours, tweeted: "We're all deeply saddened by the passing of Lynda Baron who was well-loved as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in both Open All Hours and Still Open All Hours. In BBC soap EastEnders, she played Linda Clarke, the mother of Jane Beale. Devastated fans have paid tribute on social media including Elliot who penned: "Sad news about Lynda Baron. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. Published: Monday, 7th March 2022 at 3:50 pm, Open All Hours and EastEnders star Lynda Baron dies, aged 82. Lynda was best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel, which ran for four series starting in 1976. Born on March 24, 1939, in Urmston, Lancashire. Actor Stuart Antony also shared a photo alongside the actress and added: 'Saddened to hear wonderful friend Lynda Baron has sadly passed away. This has made me very sad. 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. Read about our approach to external linking. Actress Lynda Baron, best known for her role as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in popular sitcom Open All Hours, has sadly passed away at the age of 82. 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. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Lynda was best known for her time on the sitcom Open All Hours, where she starred alongside Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel. Lynda Baron with Pippin the dog. Lynda's role on Open All Hours ran across all four series from 1976 to 1985. She also appeared in Doctor Who, Last of the Summer Wine, Down To Earth, Dinner Ladies and Barbra Streisand's 1983 film Yentl. Lynda Baron has died aged 82. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in. I thought Id just stay in the country. Lynda played Nurse Gladys opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker in Open All Hours, which began airing in 1976 and ran for four series, returning briefly in 2013 for a reboot. "Your energy will live on forever. 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. She said:'I loved playing Nurse Gladys and Auntie Mabel but I couldn't name my favourite of the different characters I have played. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. But nobody noticed and they kept phoning up and offering me things. 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. She told the newspaper: "Working with Ronnie Barker and David Jason was unbelievable - two great actors in a brilliantly scripted sitcom. We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.. She married John Lee in 1966 and celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 2016. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Lynda Baron dies aged 82. "Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. The couple had two children and were married until his death in 2001. 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"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. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. "Of course, she was lovely. "Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. Lynda's film work included Carry On Columbus (1992), You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger (2010) and Diggity's Treasure (2001). Grown-up fans of Come Outside are sharing tributes to their childhood hero Lynda Baron, who died on Monday aged 82. Neil Young's bandmates - Crosby, Stills and Nash - follow 'Brokenhearted' Dawn French leads tributes to her Vicar of Wings actress Farrah Forke dead at 54: The star - who was Lynda Baron is still always open to exciting new acting challenges - The Sunday Post, Do not sell or share my personal information. "Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. Gold TV channel, which regularly airs reruns of Open All Hours, tweeted: 'We're all deeply saddened by the passing of Lynda Baron who was well-loved as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in both Open All Hours and Still Open All Hours. Lilian Baron, known professionally as Lynda Baron, was an 82-year-old English actress. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK! 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. Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. Celebs paving the the way to closing the gender pay gap as Euphoria's Zendaya bags $1m per episode. We were so honoured when she played a guest role in Citizen Khan. Lynda Baron died from an illness at the age of 82, leaving behind her husband and children. ACTRESS Lynda Baron was best known for starring in the BBC sitcom Open All Hours and EastEnders. Despite her many roles over the years, Auntie Mabel in 'Come Outside' is how I'll always remember her.". Vote in our poll. "Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. Former EastEnders actor Stuart Antony wrote: "Saddened to hear wonderful friend Lynda Baron has sadly passed away. 'Partly that is because I am really the sort of person who prefers to look ahead and think about what I am doing now and, importantly, what I am going to do next. We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.. She also played Linda Clarke in EastEnders in 2006 and then again from 2008-2009, with a short return in 2016. Lynda Baron has died aged 82. The couple had two adult children, Sarah and Morgan. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. Baron starred opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker as ACTRESS Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Here we are with Su Pollard just before lockdown - RIP Lynda Baron'. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. 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. ACTRESS Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. Thoughts with Lyndas friends and family https://t.co/VnTCPMf8U9. 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. I just wont take jobs that have a lot of stairs., DONT MISS:Not fair on him Claudia Winkleman on family heartbreak[LATEST]Its history repeating George Clooney's warning over Meghan Markle[NEWS]Strictly's Katya Jones reaches out to ex Neil 'I hope you're proud!' "Each and everyday I learnt so much from you, but mostly we always laughed together. She began her TV career in The Rag Trade in 1962 before securing regular roles in A Roof Over My Head and Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt in 1977. Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. Her stage roles included The Full Monty, An Inspector Calls, the Stephen Sondheim musical Follies, and a live theatre version of In Celebration with Orlando Bloom. READ MORE:Craig Revel Horwood speaks on 'falling in love' with Strictly co-star. Our thoughts are with her family and friends.". Our Yorkshire Farm's Amanda Owen trying to 'stay upbeat' in sad update, BBCs Clive Myrie flees Ukraine after gruelling journey, EastEnders and Open All Hours actress Lynda Baron has died aged 82, Lynda played Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours, Martin Roberts breaks down in tears after Costco purchase rejected, She returned to EastEnders briefly in 2016, as Linda Clarke, Strictly's Claudia Winkleman issued health warning by famous mum, Susanna Reid details sons' reaction to men fancying her, Strictly's Katya Jones reaches out to ex Neil 'I hope you're proud! "Each and everyday I learnt so much from you, but mostly we always laughed together. She also starred as Linda Clarke in BBC soap EastEnders, the mother of Jane Beale (played by Laurie Brett), a role she originated in 2006 and returned to for stints in 2008 and 2016. I dont think Ill do it again. The comments below have not been moderated. "Partly that is because I am really the sort of person who prefers to look ahead and think about what I am doing now and, importantly, what I am going to do next. 's daily celebrity newsletter . Lynda was nominated for a Bafta in 2011 for her role in The Road To Coronation Street, a BBS Four one-off drama about the early days of the soap. The actors death was confirmed by her longtime agent Donna French. She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. While TV channel Gold's official Twitter wrote: "We're all deeply saddened by the passing of Lynda Baron who was well-loved as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in both Open All Hours and Still Open All Hours. In 2020, she told the Sunday Post that despite being 81 at the time, she was still open to new acting challenges. Save Actress and comedian Lynda Baron has died aged 82, her agent has confirmed. Baron also featured in the musical Follies in the West End and in the stage version of In Celebration alongside Orlando Bloom. Reflecting on her career, she told Sunday Post in 2020: "It was certainly a start and I have been quite busy ever since. A cause of death is yet to be confirmed. #restinpeace #legend love ya xxx.". Most recently, she appeared opposite Toni Collette in sports comedy-drama Dream Horse, which was released in the UK last summer to a strong reception from critics. 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 is also fondly remembered by many as a regular face in their childhood viewing, thanks to her role in CBBC's educational programme Come Outside, where she played Auntie Mabel instantly recognisable by her polka dot plane. "Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. While a fan said: "RIP Lynda Baron you made my childhood thank you. Baron starred opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker as Baron also appeared in the ITV sitcom Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt, and telly favourite EastEnders as Linda Clarke, the mother of Jane Beale. In a career spanning multiple decades, the Bafta-nominated star was best known for playing Nurse Gladys Emmanuel Baron also appeared in children's show Come Outside and EastEnders. Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. The actress married John M Lee in 1966 and the couple went on to have two children, Sarah and Morgan. Other appearances included Doctor Who, Last Of The Summer Wine and Dinner Ladies. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Our love and thoughts are with Lyndas family and friends. She played actress Violet Carson, who portrayed Ena Sharples in the long-running series. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The Lancashire-native also appeared in the ITV sitcom Oh No, Its Selwyn Froggitt, and also had a minor role in BBC soap EastEnders playing Linda Clarke, the mother of Jane Beale. "She was the nicest person and what a legend. Baron is survived by her two children, daughter Sarah and son Morgan. She was nominated for a Bafta in 2011 for her role in The Road To Coronation Street on BBC Four, a one-off drama about the early days of the soap, in which she played actress Violet Carson, who portrayed Ena Sharples in the long-running series. What sad, sad news #RIPLynda. Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/. In Roy Clarke's Open All Hours, she played the long-suffering Nurse Gladys, who resisted the amorous attempts of shop owner Albert Arkwright, played by Barker, to woo her. 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Famously known for her roles in Eastenders and Come Outside, she will be greatly missed by many. Baron's agent Donna French said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. "We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.". But despite her acting fame, Baron originally trained as a dancer and landed roles in several West End productions. 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. 'Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.. "Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. WebLilian Ridgway, known professionally as Lynda Baron, was an English actress, best known for playing Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in the BBC comedy series Open All Hours (1976-1985) and its sequel, Still Open All Hours (2013-2016). WebAnother one replied: Much loved actress, Lynda Baron, has sadly passed away at the age of 82. ", Gold TV channel, which regularly airs reruns of Open All Hours, tweeted: "We're all deeply saddened by the passing of Lynda Baron who was well-loved as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in both Open All Hours and Still Open All Hours. During her early career, she appeared in repertory theatre and several West End venues. The series was particularly distinctive for Auntie Mabel's choice of transport: a small aeroplane (a Slingsby T67 Firefly) decorated with polka dots. Lynda is survived by her two children, Sarah and Morgan. She starred opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in the hit BBC sitcom, which ran for four series starting in 1976. 'She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. 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. "We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.". Published: 10:05 EST, 7 March 2022 | Updated: 20:34 EST, 7 March 2022. The entertainer enjoyed a long career, which included acclaim for her She briefly appeared in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders in 2006 as Linda Clarke, the mother of Jane Beale. Tributes flooded in for the late actress when news of her death was confirmed. And she had roles in Doctor Who, Last Of The Summer Wine and Dinner Ladies. Lilian Baron, known professionally as Lynda Baron, Lynda Baron, who featured in shows such as 'Open All Hours' and 'EastEnders', has died at the age of 82. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. For all the latest celebrity news, sign up to OK! 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. Credit: PA Who was Lynda Baron? ", Try 12 issues for 1 today - never miss an issue. Baron starred opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker as Arkwright's busty love interest Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in the hit BBC sitcom, which ran for four series starting in 1976. She shared two photos of them together and wrote: "God bless you Lynda, rest in peace. She was so supportive. Our thoughts are with her family and friends.'. Actress Sally Lindsay, who appeared in Still Open All Hours, paid tribute: "I loved Lynda Baron. Lynda also played Auntie Mabel 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. Lynda played Grandma in children's television seriesFimbles from 2002-2003 and was Auntie Mabel in educational kids' TV showCome Outside from 1993-1997. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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. ACTRESS Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. Her last TV appearance was in January 2017, when she appeared in an episode ofFather Brown. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. "Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. 'Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. 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! The one-off drama followed the early days of the soap, in which she played actress Violet Carson, who portrayed Ena Sharples in the long-running series. The actress also appeared on EastEnders as Linda Clarke, Jane Beale's mother. Baron originally trained as a dancer at the Royal Academy of Dance and repertory theatre and several West End venues. ", Greek transport minister resigns after deadly train crash, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Sally Lindsay said in a tweet: "I loved Lynda Baron. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. The actress was best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, starring alongside Sir David Jason This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 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. 'She was the nicest person and what a legend. Actress Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82, her agent has announced. The actress died aged 82 (Image: BBC) Actress Lynda Baron, best known for her role as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel on the BBC sitcom Open All Hours and on EastEnders, has died at the age of 82. Become an OK! EastEnders pulled from BBC One tonight and tomorrow, Call The Midwife star Leonie Elliott quits BBC series after six years, BBC in one-off licence fee suspension for venues during King's Coronation, Partly that is because I am really the sort of person who prefers to look ahead and think about what I am doing now and, importantly, what I am going to do next., She added now poignantly: I have been an actress for a long time now and I hope to go on for quite a while yet. She was born in Urmston, Lancashire, in 1939. She shared two photos of them together and wrote: 'GOD BLESS YOU LYNDA REST IN PEACE. Her agent said her "iconic roles" were "loved by all generations", adding that she was "a leading light of our world". The star was described as a wonderful actress and great friend in a statement from her agent. 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