Kay Burley has apologised after she confused the late Dennis Waterman with another television star following his passing. In a statement released on Sunday, Dennis' heartbroken family revealed the celebrated star had died at the age of 74 in Spain, with his wife Pam by his side.Taking to Twitter, Sky News presenter Kay accidentally paid tribute to "Pete" Waterman, who is a record producer and was a judge on Popstars: The Rivals. Upon realising her mistake, Kay wrote in her amended tweet: "'RIP Dennis Waterman.
Dennis Waterman died after lung cancer battle, ex-wife confirms as she pays tribute
11.05.2022 - 01:39 / ok.co.uk
Dennis Waterman’s second wife Patricia Maynard has paid tribute to the actor after he died on Sunday, aged 74, after a a secret two-year battle with lung cancer. Patricia, who was married to Dennis for ten years, from 1977 to 1897, and is mother to his two daughters, Hannah and Julia, has spoken out about her ex-husband's death. She said to MailOnline: ”I'm terribly sad that he's gone but I'm really pleased that he did not suffer and died peacefully.
“He had lung cancer and was really quite poorly for the last couple of years.The girls are very upset”. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter . You can sign up at the top of the page.
Patricia added: “The years that Dennis and I were together were happy. Obviously, it didn't work out but lots of marriages don't work out for whatever reason. “But I'm so glad he had found the right woman at the end.
I think he was very happy with Pam and she was with him when he passed.” Dennis sadly died on Sunday at his home in Spain with his fourth wife by his side. A statement announcement said: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain. "The statement added: "The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time.” The star first found fame in his teens while starring in Just William.
He's since become an acclaimed face on British TV, most notably in the 1970s, where he played roles including Det Sgt George Carter opposite John Thaw in ITV's police drama The Sweeney. Other hit shows he's recognised for include Minder from 1979 to 1989 as Terry McCann, as well as comedies such as On the Up and Stay Lucky. Dennis also played a
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ok.co.uk
09.05.2022 / 14:33
Dennis Waterman's death leaves grief-stricken New Tricks co-star Amanda Redman lost for words
Amanda Redman has told fans she is unable to speak about the death of her New Tricks co-star Dennis Waterman, because the grief is too personal.The actress’s daughter used her mum's Twitter account to share the pain she is going through following Dennis's sad death. The death of Dennis, who was best known for his part in The Sweeney and Minder, was announced by his family yesterday. The 74-year-old actor passed away peacefully in hospital in Spain.
msn.com
08.05.2022 / 21:17
Dennis Waterman death: The Sweeney, Minder and New Tricks star dies, aged 74
Dennis Waterman, star of Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, has died, aged 74. The news was announced by the actor’s family, who revealed in a statement that he died on Sunday (8 May) with his wife Pam by his side. “We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully in hospital in Spain.
msn.com
08.05.2022 / 21:17
Dennis Waterman dies aged 74 - stars pay tribute to New Tricks actor
READ MORE: ITV Britain's Got Talent faces fresh fix claims as magician makes fourth appearance Stars who worked alongside Waterman took to social media to pay tribute to the actor. Comedian and Bake Off host Matt Lucas wrote: "I grew up watching Dennis Waterman's iconic performances in The Sweeney and Minder. His guest appearance in our Little Britain Live show at Hammersmith Apollo - in which he hilariously duetted with David's absurd impersonation of him - remains the absolute highlight of my career.