10 British TV Stars Who Died Too Soon

These people were tragically taken before their time. For this video, WatchMojoUK looks at the 10 British TV Stars Who Died Too Soon. We're looking at celebrities and icons of the small-screen that departed the world at a young age.

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[joelthorpe]

Sean Lock was a comedy genius. I constantly watch his clips/shows .. I can't get enough of them and they never get old. RIP.

[mgthestrange]

I’d have included the beautiful Richard Beckinsale, star of Porridge & Rising Damp. Also, father of Kate Beckinsale. He died tragically young at the age of 31 in 1979.

[ellie]

I still can't believe that both Rik Mayall and Sean Lock are both gone I really miss them both I wish they were still here making us laugh because those two had the gift of making people laugh

[livski]

Love watching these videos because they make me feel better when I’m feeling down! They will always be remembered for their work

[SilverSnowstorm]

It’s so sad to hear these celebs passing away too soon. My they rest in peace 💐

[JamesDavis-nulx]

Who remembers Victoria Wood from the Dinner Ladies and her stand up comedy?
I still remember her mostly from Dinner Ladies and I believe she died too soon but I don’t know what the cause of death is…

[dianegarciaprieto]

RIP. Wonderful to be reminded of these talented people. 😪

[andrewjones]

Of these, Rik Mayall made the greatest contribution.

[AtheistOrphan]

I remember 2016 as being the year of the great celebrity cull. We lost so many that year.

[cindyholmes]

I think Richard Beckinsale should be included. Great actor too soon parted.

[GroinStrain_]

Paul Ritter deserved to be on this list as well. He as Martin Goodman in Friday Night Dinner was such a brilliant comedy actor, and he proved his diversity in Chernobyl too. He died too soon and nobody knew he was ill, it was only during the broadcasting of the 10th anniversary of Friday Night Dinner where he did an interview despite his tumour that the fans saw the extent of his illness.
Sean Lock was amazing too. I refuse to watch Cats Does Countdown now because it’s not the same without him and knowing he was dying whilst some of them were filmed is too much for me. RIP Sean and Paul

[ROBYNMARKOW]

Loved "The Young Ones"( which was shown on MTV here in The States) Rik Mayall was hilarious. Hope he's making them laugh like a drain on the other side👍.

[TheDukeofMadness]

I felt the same amount of sadness when Sean Lock died as I did when Robin Williams died. They were both one of a kind. I have my eyes squarely on Milton Jones' health now.

[thomashackett]

how did you noy include richard beckinsale. One of UKs biggest actors at the time in comedy.

[christinak]

Elisabeth Sladen, rest in peace. ❤️❤️

[Alex-nghc]

It's a pity that we never saw Rik Mayall play Peeves the poltergeist in Harry Potter

[LunaHex]

My Dearest Cherry Valentine, I'm so sorry this world wasn't right for you. You touched the hearts of so many with your kindness and compassion and sharing your difficult story with us all. Thank you for inspiring so many of us, the world of drag is such a better place because of your impact. You were and inspiration, a hero and a friend. I love you and miss you dearly. Rest in peace my love, thank you for everything ❤

[jadepixie]

Eva Mottley (24 October 1953 - 14 February 1985) who played Corinne Tulser the wife of Denzil Tulser (played by Paul Barber.) in Only Fools and Horses should be on this list too. She was supposed to appear in more episodes of Only Fools and Horse but her character was written out due to her suicide from a drug overdose.

[njeevans]

I remember two cbbc stars dying which both shocked me. Mya Lecia Naylor (almost never/millie inbetween) age 16, and Archie Lyndhurst (so awkward) age 19. Both times I'd only been watching the series they were in the day before. RIP

[Lenaistheone]

For me it's also Eric Morecambe, I really wish he'd had a few more years.