Award-winning comic Victoria Wood died at home in London surrounded by her family
Victoria Wood has died after “a short but brave” battle with cancer.
The popular 62-year-old comedian was well known for her work on Victoria Wood As Seen On TV before writing and starring in TV comedy series Dinnerladies
In a statement, her publicist Neil Reading said: ‘Victoria Wood has sadly passed away, after a short but brave battle with cancer.
‘The multi BAFTA award-winning writer, director, actor and comedian died peacefully at her North London home with family this morning. She was 62.
“The family ask for privacy at this very sad time.”
Wood was awarded a CBE in 2008, while she also won five Baftas during a highly successful career.
RIP the brilliant Victoria Wood. So innovative, funny and down to earth. This has not been a good year.
