Tim's agent confirmed that the star of classic comedy The Goodies passed away on Easter Sunday from COVID-19.
26.03.2020 - 11:35 / deadline.com
By Andreas Wiseman
International Editor
EXCLUSIVE: Following a public backlash and the UK government’s pledge to financially support businesses impacted by the coronavirus, Cineworld has backtracked on widespread staff redundancies to a promise that all of its workers paid by the hour will be offered the government-backed furlough option.
In a letter sent to Cineworld and Picturehouse staff last night and seen by Deadline, Cineworld CEO Mooky Greidinger said:
“Dear All,
Thank you for your
Tim's agent confirmed that the star of classic comedy The Goodies passed away on Easter Sunday from COVID-19.
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