She also enjoyed a romance with Stewpot, before discovering he was seeing Annette Firman behind her back. Subscribe now for more! Our House is at the Theatre Royal, Glasgow, from June 30 to July 5 and at The Playhouse Theatre, Edinburgh, from July 7-12. A number of other Grange Hill fans paid tribute, with former footballer Stan Collymore writing on Twitter: 'Another part of the fabric of childhood life, Gwyneth Powell, has sadly died aged 76. Television star Gwyneth Strong is well known for playing the part of Cassandra Trotter in Only Fools and Horses. Gwyneth, of course, played Rodney's wife and joined the Only Fools and Horses gang as Cassandra Parry . He played the role for six years and became an iconic character in the series, suffering horrific bullying at the hands of Gripper Stebson. Beaming from ear to ear, she was, delighted at all the love for the show and for her. 'I had a great time, getting time off school to play football. 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Scots cops hunt man with 'tattoos under both eyes' after daylight attack by pair of thugs. The comments below have been moderated in advance. The single reached number five in the charts in 1986. [1] Her parents were both in the industry, her father a director, her mother in production at the BBC. Tragedy of Only Fools and Horses cast as Sandra actress dies and star's cancer returns. When Marlene vanishes and Boycie is secretive about her disappearance, people assume he has killed her, but she only went to have a boob job. Kate, an actress, novelist, and journalist joined the National Theatre in 1987 and is famed for playing a police officer called Sandra in The Long Legs of the Law episode of Only Fools and Horses in 1982. He was a popular character with his classmates and with viewers alike as he and friend's Douglas "Pogo" Patterson and Duane Orpington tackled with school life in London. Remembered by many people of a certain age as Mrs McCluskey but she was brilliant as the Mum in 'Man Down'. [2008] Playing Kath Casey in the stage musical "Our House", based on the hits of the 1980s pop group Madness, despite admitting that she "can't sing a note". In 1988, she caused a stir by posing topless for men's magazine Mayfair. Todd Carty said he was 'deeply saddened' by the sudden death of his Grange Hill co-star. The trio were renowned for some crazy money making schemes which didn't really ever turn out how they hoped. Despite marrying into a wheeling-dealing family from Peckham, Cassandra is a sensible . She was best known for her portrayal of headmistress Bridget McClusky in the BBC television series Grange Hill for eleven series between 1981 and 1991. He died in 2011 at the age of 64 from viral pneumonia. Gwyneth Strong - Wikipedia She flew to Zimbabwe to shoot her solitary scenebut what a scene. Grandad was rarely seen out of his armchair in front of his TV sets but he was treated as a butler by Del Boy and Rodney. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Gillian McKeith and Shaun Ryder's feud U-turn as they hold hands during interview. Now married with four children, she is a qualified beauty therapist and has reportedly set up a freight business. Actress, entrepreneur and PR boss Paula-Ann Bland played edgy Claire Scott in the hit show, who had a crush onteacher Mr Hopwood. Alan Powell, 51, had been enjoying his holiday . As always you can unsubscribe at any time. My first job was a play called Live Like Pigs. Steven Fidler is now wanted by police across the UK after scamming people out of thousands of pounds. She told me: "When I was 16 I was in the front row when Madness played to 200 fans at The Nashville Rooms in London, long before they hit the big time. [1], She was a regular in the children's TV series The Flockton Flyer between 1977 and 1979 as Jan Carter. The actress died surrounded by loved ones on August 8, with the statement adding: 'She passed away peacefully, with her husband (Alan Leith) and niece at her bedside. Gwyneth was born in London to English/ Welsh parents who both worked for the BBC, - her father, Colin directed 'The Old Grey Whistle Test' and 'Late Night Line Up'- weren't keen on her becoming an actress. Another of her early television appearances came in 1982 when she appeared as Carol Dalston in the Minder episode "Poetic Justice, Innit?". Todd Carty, 57, remains one of the show's most famous alumni having remained on TV screens since the first series aired in 1978. He also wrote Citizen Smith and Just Good Friends, and Rock & Chips. The actress appeared in 169 episodes of the hugely popular show from 1980 - two years after its original launch - until 1991, seventeen years before its final episode would be aired by the BBC. I got the bug for acting so it was easy for me to make the first step. Patrick Murray Mickey Pearce. Buster died in 1999 at the age of 78 as a result of a brain tumour. The Line of Duty star and Scots comedian were raising a few tipples to the 1-0 victory at Glasgow's Hampden park on Sunday. RIP. It turns out that this seemingly insignificant piece of plastic can actually help you pour the perfect amount of oil every time. Other than Only Fools and Horses, he had parts in the likes of Poirot and My Family. After leaving the school drama in 1987, he went on to act in two series of Chef! That is Mrs. McClusky's legacy, so many fond memories for so many people. The genetic molecular tests are super precise, and the choice of meds can be made with much more confidence. Gwyneth Strong (born 2 December 1959) is an English actress. [9] In 2010, Powell starred as Nana in The Gemma Factor. His uncoordinated moves became a ratings draw and in one routine he accidentally skidded through the exit. The news was confirmed in a statement from his family, with them saying he died 'peacefully in his sleep'. In 2014, the actor passed away at the age of 69 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. A popular presence on the show,Powell had asked to be written out in order to focus on other roles, among them appearances on TV staples Casualty and Heartbeat. Headmistress Bridget McClusky, played by Gwyneth Powell, was one of the longest standing characters in the show appearing on screen between 1981 and 1991. She continued acting with small roles in The Bill and No Strings in the Eighties and Nineties and last appeared on British TV screens in London's Burning in 2001. But his fortunes turned when he was written out after being caught in a drugs sting. NCT Test data shows centres with highest and lowest pass rates, There's a big variation across the country and one in 15 cars is unsafe to drive, Amazon warning as scarves mysteriously arrive at random houses in new 'brushing' scam. Kris Boyd bristles at Rangers budget question as he flips the script and claims 'Ange has spent a fortune'. Carnage outside the nightclubs of Britain with Bank holiday treat! Only Fools And Horses actress Gwyneth Strong can't believe she's starring in her first stage musical - because she admits she can't sing a note. "I am feeling positive with my good wife's awesome support.". He had a heart attack and died aged 69, leaving the entire cast and crew devastated. Alford's case was among those taken up by the Criminal Cases Review Commission. [6] They have a son, Oscar (born 1988), and a daughter, Lottie (born 1991). The star had actually trained as a teacher but never taught in the classroom, as she decided to pursue acting instead. He then starred as Mark Fowler in EastEnders from 1990 to 2003, with a groundbreaking storyline when his character was diagnosed with HIV. "I liked playing Cassandra because she played off so well against Rodney. From 1989 until the final episode of the BBC sitcom in 2003, actor Gwyneth Strong portrayed the wife to Rodney Trotter and the long-suffering sister-in-law to cockney Del Boy, mangetout!. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Popular Scouser Ziggy Greaves arrived at Grange Hill in 1986 and spent four years on the show, with his character compared to original scamp Tucker in the first series. : Directed by Tony Dow. "Then I did a big horror movie, Nothing But The Night with Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing and Diana Dors which was great fun. Grange Hill actress Gwyneth Powell has died aged 76 Kate takes Charlotte to watch Cinderella at the Royal Opera House ahead of her 8th Strike-hit NHS hospital has to SHUT intensive care beds after nurses ignored union's last-minute plea to 'Grandpa King is adorable!' Heaven knows how we will live without her," wrote Kate's sister. World media reacts as Rangers served up crushing Celtic truth from Croatia to Malaysia amid madcap new moniker. John Sullivan Writer. Michelle moved to Dundee in the early 1990s to bring up her family, where she works alongside her husband running their family glazing business. ', Another person wrote: 'Sad news Gwyneth Powell known to a generation of school kids as #MrsCluskey from #GrangeHill has passed. He was discovered aged 14 by a talent scout while playing football in the park and enjoyed success in 1989 film The Firm, starring alongside Gary Oldman and Phil Davis. One other person posted: 'Sad to hear about Gwyneth Powell. "It is with heavy hearts that we bring you such sad news," the family statement said. Gwyneth Strong Interview AKA Only Fools and Horses Cassandra We watched the whole run again during lockdown - it still stands up. Sad loss:Lee MacDonald paid tribute to Gwyneth as a 'wonderful lady' after her death (pictured in 2018), Co-star:The 54-year-old actor played school lad Zammo McGuire on the BBC series alongside Gwyneth from 1982 to 1987, Heartfelt:Lee wrote on Instagram on Monday evening: 'So sad to hear the loss of Gwyneth Powell AKA Mrs McClusky, what a wonderful lady'. Tony Dow Director. And would Gwyneth like to do it all again? The Irish Health Products Regulatory Authority is now taking the lead in an EU investigation into these controversial painkillers. sadly sharing his cancer has returned and spread after previously getting the all-clear. You might think you have deleted your questionable search history from your browser, but think again . She has been acting since she was a child and got her first big break aged 10 at the prestigious Royal Court Theatre in London. Lennard began his acting career in the 30s where he had a fruitful career on stage. Unfortunately, the actor unexpectedly died halfway through filming the fourth series in 1988. Gwyneth Strong Cassandra Trotter. The actor's grieving sister, Louisa Saunders confirmed the sad news on Twitter on Monday, April 24. John Challis was best known for his role as Boycie in the BBC comedy. The pair left the show in the early 1980s just four years after joining but remained friends throughout their careers. But it hasn't stopped her making the journey across London from the market stalls of Del Boy Trotter's Peckham to the heavy, heavy monster sound of Madness' Camden Town. 'Gwyneth will be greatly missed by her adoring family and friends along with her many fans from multiple TV appearances. TV star who is married to Only Fools and Horses legend Gwyneth Strong It's great to hear them again they're like poetry.". The 45th president, who announced he will be running for a second term in 2024, touched down in Aberdeen at 11.25am on board his private Boeing 757 jet, nicknamed Trump Force One. In Rodney and Cassandra's romance, opposites did really attract! In October 2015, Terry was sadly found dead at his London home, aged 50, following a battle with alocholism. As well as continuing to act on stage and screen, he's also delved into producing and directing and made a memorable appearance on Dancing On Ice in 2009 because of his lack of flair. He also had minor roles in other TV shows including Desmonds, General Hospital and Jackanory. The second episode's title "Oh To Be in England" did not appear on screen, but was confirmed by Steve Clark. Most recently, he appeared in the film Silver Birches in 2017 about an author struggling to rebuild his life after the untimely death of his wife. The Bank Holiday excitement is a bit too much for some! "I remember Carl Smyth - Chas Smash - doing that really iconic Madness dance at the front of the stage. He is confident that the chemo will keep things in check for months and even years. John Sullivan was the writer for Only Fools and Horses. 'I was told by lots of people she was a great fillip to young women teachers who started applying for headships.'. Lee wrote on Instagram on Monday evening: 'So sad to hear the loss of Gwyneth Powell AKA Mrs McClusky, what a wonderful lady and will be missed by so many, she was a massive part of my childhood, sleep well Gwyneth.'. Powell was born on 5 July 1946[1] in Levenshulme, Manchester, and attended Cheadle County Grammar School for Girls, during which time she appeared to some acclaim as Fat Urs in the National Youth Theatre's production of Ben Jonson's Bartholemew Fair. 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In 2016, Mahmood was foundguilty of plotting to pervert the course of justice and following the case, it was suggested thatup to 72 defendants in criminal cases in which he played a role could apply for convictions to be quashed. 6.1M views 1 year ago #OnlyFoolsAndHorses #Comedy Don't be a plonker! [2], Strong gained mainstream recognition as Cassandra Parry, the love interest and later wife of Rodney Trotter in Only Fools and Horses,[3] debuting in the series' sixth season. I was told by lots of people she was a great fillip to young women teachers who started applying for headships. Zammo became hooked on heroin in arguably the biggest storyline on the school drama. "The story links beautifully with all those fantastic Madness songs. By the time he left Grange Hill six years later, Roland was able to stand up for himself and had developed a talent for foreign languages. She didn't go to drama school but had acting lessons at her school. It is alleged that tyres have been slashed, windows smashed and seats covered in oil during the senseless attack. Marcus Rashford saves 'world's sexiest footballer' Alisha Lehmann from nightclub mob. Alison Bettles, now 51, played Fay Lucas from 1982 to 1987 in six series of the show. She also starred in Angles, ITV Playhouse, A Family Affair, and Just Good Friends. Add languages. Gwyneth Strong (born 2 December 1959) is an English actress. The start of the much-loved John Sullivan series starring David Jason and Nicholas . Poetic Justice, Innit? But it was her role as Cassandra Trotter - wife of dip-stick Rodney - in Only Fools And Horses which rocketed Gwyneth to fame. Every comedy fan across the UK, and beyond, will know exactly who Cassandra Trotter from Only Fools and Horses is. Subsequently, in 20112013, she became a support character in the teen programme House of Anubis, playing the role of Nina Martin's gran who ends up in hospital but is later released. I went to see a lot of great bands before they made it including The Specials, Selecter and Fine Young Cannibals.". Lee MacDonald paid tribute to Gwyneth as a 'wonderful lady' after her death. "I thought I had a painful groin strain a couple of months ago, unfortunately that turned out to be the cancer getting into my pelvis and leg bones. Duchess of Buccleuch dies aged 68 following a 'short illness'. His Grange Hill character was so popular, he was given his own spin-off show Tucker's Luck from 1983 to 1985. He still teams up with Lee 'Zammo' MacDonald for public appearances and charity events. Terrifying moment three men jump onto Tube track to save mum on mobility scooter. Coronation Street star Ryan Russell's new model girlfriend after split from CBeebies presenter. EXCLUSIVE Home win! Good Morning Britain's Richard Madeley reveals wife Judy is sleeping in spare room after strange issue. The Good Morning Britain host explained to viewers that his wife and former This Morning host Judy is sleeping in the couples spare room after an unusual issue arose. Little brother to Jaqui, Robbie is best remembered for his romances with Calley Donnington and his friendship with Ziggy Greaves. Lee has made several TV appearances since leaving Grange Hill, including an episode of The Bill in which his love interest was played by Melissa Wilkes - who also played his girlfriend Jackie Wright in Grange Hill. I remember her as such a warm and gentle person when I had the pleasure of meeting her in 2016. It was also fantastic to be working with such good writing and acting. Gwyneth said: "I got an audition for the episode where Cassandra meets Rodney for the first time. [11], Powell married actor Alan Leith in 1971. Already getting in the party mood! [2] She originally trained as a teacher at Goldsmiths, University of London, but instead chose to act in repertory theatre.[3]. "Only Fools and Horses" Sleepless in Peckham! (TV Episode 2003) - IMDb Viewers spotted the newly released images of Charles playing with his two eldest grandkids in the BBC documentary Charles R: The Making of a Monarch which aired last night. Taking to her Instagram stories, an unimpressed Katherine Ryan slammed the theme park worker, as she joked that she had made a 'big mistake' - using a reference to Julia Roberts' iconic comeback line in Pretty Woman. I actually wished she was my head teacher in school lol. Following Paul's heartfelt post where he confirmed his grandfather's death, the official social media account for Only Fools And Horses reposted his tribute and celebrated Ron's life and incredible acting skills. Gwyneth Strong Cassandra Trotter. Grandad rips apart Rodney's business plan with a single line that caused so much laughter from the audience, that it threatened to run into the next episode.. Football manager Roger Webb was played by Jesse Birdsall. The celeb pair joined Ranvir Singh on Lorraine and left her absolutely speechless as they confirmed they are now 'more than buddies' since clashing constantly when appearing on I'm A CelebrityGet Me Out of Here! Lee MacDonald, 52, was the star of one of Grange Hill's most hard-hitting storylines when his character Zammo became addicted to heroin. But, of course, he was exactly the opposite," John said. After leaving the show, he went on to be a regular on ITV series London's Burning playing Billy Ray. But it was her starring role as headmistress Mrs. McClusky in teenage school drama Grange Hill that turned her into a household name. "Our dear friend and yours, John Challis, has died peacefully in his sleep, after a long battle with cancer. following a difficult battle with cancer. Roger Lloyd-Pack took on the role of Colin 'Trigger' Ball for the entire duration of the long-running show. And last December, Sir David revealed that he and his Only Fools And Horses co-star Nicholas Lyndhurst, who played his brother Rodney, have drifted apart. Lee had always had an interest in boxing and continued to develop his skill to a high level. - Written by Tony Hoare #3.11", "Where the cast of Only Fools and Horses are now - from Del Boy to Marlene", "Gwyneth Strong Joins a Round Heeled Woman at Aldwych Theatre", "Yes, that is Cassandra from Only Fools and Horses on tonight's EastEnders", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Gwyneth_Strong&oldid=1145481762, Episodes: "Alix", "A Hundred Thousand Welcomes", Episodes: "Early Struggles", "Ladies", "The Factory", "Rainy Day Women", Episodes: "A Matter of Faith: Parts 2 & 3", This page was last edited on 19 March 2023, at 10:52. He went on to appear in Brookside as Little Jimmy Corkhill. He reunited with some of his Grange Hill class mates for Channel 4's Bring Back Grange Hill and also works for a taxi firm. Because of her success on the small screen record company bosses eyed Paula-Ann as a potential British Kylie and she even released a cover version of The Locomotion. [5] She played the role of a school teacher in a Victorian School Day in an episode of the BBC Schools TV series Watch. He also had small roles in Edge of Darkness, The Legacy of Reginald Perrin, Birds of a Feather and The Green Green Grass. The Only Fools and Horses account reposted the message, writing: "We are saddened to hear of the news of the death of Ron Pember who played Baz in the series 3 episode, Homesick. She was best known for her portrayal of headmistress Bridget McClusky in the BBC television series Grange Hill for eleven series between 1981 and 1991. Lennard Pearce was one of the original cast members of the hit show, starring as Grandad (Edward Kitchener 'Grandad' Trotter) from the very beginning. ', Sad news:A number of other Grange Hill fans paid tribute on social media after learning of Gwyneth's death, Another social media user wrote: 'RIP to the lovely Gwyneth Powell. His character spent a lot of time reminiscing about his wartime experiences. A global audience was watching to see Ange Postecoglou's side follow his most iconic demand in the national stadium. During the '90s she turned her back on acting and opened shoe shops called Paola in Knightsbridge and Chelsea before starting her own PR company. She made her acting debut in the Theatre Upstairs at Lonon's Royal Court Theatre in 'Live Like Pigs' playing the Cockney daughter of a gypsy family. I got a lot of work at the Royal Court after that. From 1981 to 1985 Mark Burdis played Christopher "Stewpot" Stewart in the BBC's children programme. Luke 'Gonch' Gardener stepped into the shoes of Pogo Patterson as Grange Hill's ginger entrepreneur, joining the cast in 1985. Mrs McClusky was the absolute epitome of what a teacher should be in my mind, whether she was a real teacher or not.'. Patrick Murray Mickey Pearce. [3], Since then, Powell appeared in other television programmes such as Heartbeat, A Touch of Frost, Holby City, Hetty Wainthropp Investigates and Father Brown, and in 2008, Echo Beach. On Monday [April 24], Patrick Murray revealed his cancer has returned and spread to his legs and pelvis. Need a bigger car park, Jeremy? "Nicholas was lovely too. Kenneth MacDonald was the long-suffering and dim-witted landlord, named Mike Fisher, of the Nags Head in the show. properties buyer Sound Department [3] She bought the rights to E. M. Delafield's Diary of a Provincial Lady and adapted it as a self-financed one-woman show in Edinburgh, also touring the production. He appeared in To Hull and Back, the first feature length edition of Only Fools And Horses, playing garage mechanic Colin, who works for Boycie. Her agent Matthew Lacey said in a statement on behalf of the family that she died 'after complications following a major operation for a perforated colon.'. [6], Strong was a child actress. Tessa Peake-Jones Raquel Turner. She made a brief return as Trisha in the final episode of Tucker's Luck, a Grange Hill spin-off based on Todd Carty's character Tucker. ', Someone else wrote: 'Aww no, Gwyneth Powell has died. [1], "Gwyneth Strong: Only Fools and Horses has never gone away", "Minder 035. In the seventies she would be introduced to Coronation Street fans as Diana Kenton, a minor role she held for three episodes of the long-running soap opera in 1976. Its also adopted as the website for Only Fools and Horses Appreciation Society for the last 20 years.I'm a web designer by profession and run OFAH.net for fun. In 1985 Mark left Grange Hill but sure as rain he turned up in one of Only Fools and Horses most famous episodes. 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