Baron married John M Lee in 1966 and they went on to have two children, Sarah and Morgan. We were so honoured when she played a guest role in Citizen Khan. 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. Actress Lynda Baron, best known for her role as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in BBC TV sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. Born on March 24, 1939, in Urmston, Lancashire. 'We were so honoured when she played a guest role in Citizen Khan. During the 1990s she made appearances in Coronation Street, Dinnerladies (1998), The Mrs Bradley Mysteries (1998), Sunburn (1999), Nancherrow (1999) and Goodnight Sweetheart (1999). Baron also featured in the musical Follies in the West End and in the stage version of In Celebration alongside Orlando Bloom. 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. Talented actress Lynda Baron has sadly passed away at the age of 82, her agent has confirmed, Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox. 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! "She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. She shared two photos of them together and wrote: "God bless you Lynda, rest in peace. 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. And she had roles in Doctor Who, Last Of The Summer Wine and Dinner Ladies. WebLynda Baron. 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 Her agent of nearly 30 years Dawn French told PA: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved client Lynda Baron. Queen meets Canadian PM Justin Trudeau in first in-person engagement after Covid, Coleen Nolan admits to arguing with new boyfriend Michael in supermarket aisles, Download OK! 'Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. She once gifted me a pair of beautiful red shoes. Actress Lynda Baron, best known for starring in the BBC sitcom Open All Hours and EastEnders, has died at the age of 82. 'Such a lovely lady and a giving, caring person on set. She told the newspaper: "Working with Ronnie Barker and David Jason was unbelievable - two great actors in a brilliantly scripted sitcom. Actress Lynda Baron, best known for her role as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in BBC TV sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. 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 a wonderful actress and a great friend. I retired once before when I was younger, she said. But despite her acting fame, Baron originally trained as a dancer and landed roles in several West End productions. Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley paid tribute, recalling fond memories she had of Baron, who played her mother in the drama series Fat Friends. Former EastEnders actor Stuart Antony wrote: "Saddened to hear wonderful friend Lynda Baron has sadly passed away. She was originally trained as a dancer. She shared two photos of them together and wrote: 'GOD BLESS YOU LYNDA REST IN PEACE. 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. "She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. 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 Read about our approach to external linking. 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. 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. Then in 2016, she was back once more alongside John Partridge from May to June that year. She was funny and clever and a joy to work with, and she once gifted me a pair of beautiful red shoes. Actor Stuart Antony also shared a photo alongside the actress and added: "Saddened to hear wonderful friend Lynda Baron has sadly passed away. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. READ MORE:Craig Revel Horwood speaks on 'falling in love' with Strictly co-star. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. The following year, she played Mrs Rudge in an episode of Father Brown. Lilian Baron, known professionally as Lynda Baron, was an 82-year-old English actress. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. 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. "We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.". pic.twitter.com/neIonrWOEg. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Read about our approach to external linking. 'She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. "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. Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. She is also known for playing Linda Clarke, Jane Beale's mother, in a recurring guest role on Eastenders. Other appearances included Doctor Who, Last Of The Summer Wine and Dinner Ladies. A statement from 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. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. 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. ", GOD BLESS YOU LYNDAREST IN PEACE you played my mum for four wonderful,memorable years in Fat Friendseach & everyday,I learnt so much from you,but mostly we ALWAYS laughed together,your energy will live on FOREVER #restinpeace #legend love ya xxx pic.twitter.com/PcAeeXSmBp, Were deeply saddened to hear that Lynda Baron has passed away. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. 15:46, 7 MAR 2022. She also appeared in the sequel Still Open All Hours when it returned in 2013, and played Auntie Mabel in the 1990s BBC children's programme Come Outside. Our love and thoughts are with Lyndas family and friends. And she had roles in Doctor Who, Last Of The Summer Wine and Dinner Ladies. In 2011, she was nominated for a Bafta for her role in The Road ToCoronation Streeton BBC Four, a one-off drama about the early days of the soap, in which she played actress Violet Carson. The actress Lynda Baron, best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82, her agent announced. Her agent said her "iconic roles" were "loved by all generations", adding that she was "a leading light of our world". Baron originally trained as a dancer at the Royal Academy of Dance and repertory theatre and several West End venues. Lynda Baron has died aged 82 (Image: PA) Iconic actress Lynda Baron has died aged 82. Baron starred opposite Sir David Jason In 2011, Baron scored a Bafta nomination for her role in The Road To Coronation Street on BBC Four, a one-off drama about the early days of the ITV soap, in which she played actress Violet Carson, who famously portrayed Ena Sharples in the long-running series. 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. Our thoughts are with her family and friends.". 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. She was 82 years old. Sally Lindsay, who playedKath Agnew in the BBC sitcom Still Open All Hours, paid tribute to her co-star Lynda Baron, writing on Twitter: 'I loved Lynda Baron. The show's official Twitter account is among the many who have shared tributes to the late actress today. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. "We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.". Baron was active in her career until her death. 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 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. Writer and presenter Adil Ray, who created BBC sitcom Citizen Khan, wrote: 'Very sad to hear of the passing of Lynda Baron. Here we are with Su Pollard just before lockdown - RIP Lynda Baron". Reflecting on her career, she told Sunday Post in 2020: "It was certainly a start and I have been quite busy ever since. "Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. Lynda also played Auntie Mabel Credit: PA Who was Lynda Baron? Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. She starred opposite Sir David Jason RIP Lynda darling x", EastEnders and The Bill actor Stuart Anthony said: "She was the nicest person and what a legend. 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Actress Lynda Baron, best known for her role as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in BBC TV sitcom Open All Hours, has died at the age of 82. The hit show about a Yorkshire corner shop, which starred Ronnie Barker and Sir David Jason, ran in the 1970s and 80s before being revived in 2013. Baron also appeared in children's show Come Outside and EastEnders. With equity release you could access a lump-sum of tax-free cash which can be used to enhance your retirement income, make home improvements, or even enjoy a memorable holiday. She returned as a regular in the series from November 2008 to February 2009. The actress reflected on her career in 2020, and told the Sunday Post: I loved playing Nurse Gladys and Auntie Mabel but I couldnt name my favourite of the different characters I have played. She starred opposite Sir David Jason and Ronnie Barker on the 1970s hit TV show. Actor Stuart Antony also shared a photo alongside the actress and added: "Saddened to hear wonderful friend Lynda Baron has sadly passed away. Baron is survived by her two children, daughter Sarah and son Morgan. Renowned for her leading roles in West End musicals and dramatic productions alike, we have lost a leading light of our world. "It was certainly a start and I have been quite busy ever since," she said. She briefly appeared in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders in 2006 as Linda Clarke, the mother of Jane Beale. We extend our deepest condolences to her daughter Sarah, her son Morgan and all her family.. "Of course, she was lovely. In 2014, Lynda spoke to Express.co.uk about her vow never to retire from acting. Click here to sign up to our free newsletters. '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'. The entertainer enjoyed a long career, which included acclaim for her She reprised the role in Still Open All Hours from 2013-2016. The 82-year-old's death was confirmed by her longtime agent Donna French in a statement that described her as a "wonderful friend and actress". Our thoughts are with her family and friends at A statement from 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. 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. Our thoughts are with her family and friends.'. [LATEST]. 'She was the nicest person and what a legend. Baron told The Sunday Post in 2020 that although she loved playing Nurse Gladys and Auntie Mabel in Come Outside, she "couldn't name my favourite of the different characters I have played". Baron returned as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel in sequel series Still Open All Hours alongside Sir David Jason when it began airing in 2013. Tributes flooded in for the late actress when news of her death was confirmed. RIP Lynda darling.'. Did You Know? Despite the fact that Granville was supposed to be younger than Nurse Gladys on 'Open All Hours', Lynda Baron was less than a year older than David Jason. See more Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in. Lilian Baron, known professionally as Lynda Baron, This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Very sad to hear of the passing of Lynda Baron. 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. 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View our online Press Pack. You can unsubscribe at any time. She also played Linda Clarke in EastEnders in 2006 and then again from 2008-2009, with a short return in 2016. She even returned to the show for its spin off Still Open All Hours, which started in 2013 and starred David Jason as Granville, who took over as shopkeeper from his uncle Arkwright. She appeared in numerous other theatre productions including An Inspector Calls, Stepping Out and The Full Monty. "She was the nicest person and what a legend. 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. 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", 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. 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. 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. Award-winning English actress, comedian, and singer, Lynda Baron is dead at the age of 82 on March 7th, 2022. 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. 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. "She was the nicest person and what a legend. My House Is Haunted. 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. 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. Despite her many roles over the years, Auntie Mabel in 'Come Outside' is how I'll always remember her.". Her most famous part was arguable that of Auntie Mabel in the childrens show Come Outside. 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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. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. Baron also appeared in children's show Come Outside and EastEnders. 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.'. You played my mum for four wonderful, memorable years in 'Fat Friends'. "Her iconic roles of Nurse Gladys in Open All Hours and Aunt Mabel in Come Outside were loved by all generations. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, David Jason, Ronnie Barker and Lynda Baron on set for sitcom Open All Hours in 1981, Baron played Auntie Mabel in the 1990s BBC children's programme Come Outside, Baron with Pippin the dog, who appeared in kids' favourite Come Outside, Stephanie Cole, Lynda Baron, James Baxter and Sir David Jason for Still Open All Hours, Baron appeared EastEnders as Jane Beale's mum Linda Clarke, Baron and Celia Imrie in character for The Road to Coronation Street in 2013, Baron played Norma Patterson in ITV drama Fat Friends, Baron was best known for the BBC sitcom Open All Hours, Baron was nominated for a Bafta in 2011 for her role in The Road To Coronation Street, Leonard Rossiter, Bill Oddie, John Bird, Lynda Baron and Robert Robinson at London's BBC Television Centre in 1965, She is survived by her daughter Sarah and son Morgan, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Harrison added: "Such sad news about Lynda Baron, an actress who was a comforting auntie to a generation of kids she never met. More info. As Auntie Mabel in Come Outside, she encouraged children to be curious about the world around them, tackling topics such as wood and spiders. 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. "She was a wonderful actress and a great friend. Lynda Baron dies aged 82. Lynda is survived by her two children, Sarah and Morgan. 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. 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. 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