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Comedian and actor Roy Hudd, who played undertaker Archie Shuttleworth in TV soap Coronation Street, has died aged 83.
His agent confirmed the news in a statement on Monday.
Hudd, who was awarded an OBE in 2004 for services to entertainment, passed away peacefully on Sunday after a short illness.
He was called much-loved and 'amazingly talented'.
A statement from his agent said: "We are sad to announce the passing of the much-loved and amazingly talented Roy Hudd OBE.
"After a short illness, Roy
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Comedian, actor and music hall historian Roy Hudd has been remembered as “much loved and amazingly talented” after his death at the age of 83.