ACTRESS CAROLINE AHERNE has died at the age of 52 after a battle with cancer, her publicist has said.
The comedian and writer was best known for her roles in the Mrs Merton Show, the Fast Show and the Royle Family. She also narrated Gogglebox.
Neil Reading, her publicist, said in a statement this afternoon: “Caroline Aherne has sadly passed away, after a brave battle with cancer.
“The Bafta award-winning writer and comedy actor died earlier today at her home in Timperley, Greater Manchester.
“The family ask for privacy at this very sad time.”
In 2014, Aherne said she had been diagnosed with lung cancer, having previously battled bladder and eye cancer.
Tributes have been paid to the star, with several comedians and fans taking to Twitter to pay their respects.
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