Liz Smith’s former Royle Family co-star Ricky Tomlinson has paid tribute to the “absolutely lovely” actress following her death. The 95-year-old TV and film veteran, who died on Christmas Eve, was hailed as “wonderful” and a beloved member of the sitcom’s family by Tomlinson.
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‘Royale Family’s ‘Nana’ Liz Smith breathes her last at 95
London [England], Dec. 27 : The BAFTA Award winning actress, Liz Smith, known as ‘Nana’ Norma Speakman, a character from BBC’s popular comedy ‘Royale Family,’ breathed her last on Christmas Eve. [NK Hollywood] A spokeswoman for her family said, ‘Royle Family’ star has died at the age of 95, reports the Guardian.
Liz Smith with her MBE for services to drama.
A statement issued on Monday night said: “The Bafta award-winning actress Liz Smith has died, on Christmas Eve, at the age of 95, her family has announced.” The Royle Family actor Ralf Little tweeted: “Devastating to lose two members of my second family in one awful year.