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01st Feb 2019

Keeping Up Appearances actor Clive Swift has died aged 82

Rebecca O'Keeffe

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Such an icon.

Keeping Up Appearances actor Clive Swift has died aged 82.

A statement from Clive’s family read:

“After a short illness, Clive died peacefully this morning surrounded by his family.”

Clive became a household name for his role as Richard Bucket, the husband of Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping Up Appearances.

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He had a career spanning 60 incredible years, and was last credited for a role in 2017.

Shane Allen, from the BBC paid tribute to Clive, saying:

“Clive was a very highly regarded character actor with a long and distinguished career.

“His role as Richard Bucket brought huge audiences and great affection in one of the all-time classic sitcoms.

“Thoughts are with close friends and loved ones at this time.”

Rest in peace Clive, you’ll be missed by many.