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02nd Feb 2019

Keeping Up Appearances actor Clive Swift has died aged 82

Keeping Up Appearances star Clive swift has died aged 82, after a career in TV spanning 60 years. His last credited role came in 2017

Rebecca O'Keeffe

Such an icon

Keeping Up Appearances actor Clive Swift has died aged 82.

A statement from Clive’s family read:

“After a short illness, Clive died peacefully this morning surrounded by his family.”

Clive became a household name for his role as Richard Bucket, the husband of Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping Up Appearances.

clive swift

He had a career spanning 60 incredible years, and was last credited for a role in 2017.

Shane Allen, from the BBC paid tribute to Clive, saying:

“Clive was a very highly regarded character actor with a long and distinguished career.

“His role as Richard Bucket brought huge audiences and great affection in one of the all-time classic sitcoms.

“Thoughts are with close friends and loved ones at this time.”

Rest in peace Clive, you’ll be missed by many.