Dad's Army star Frank Williams has died at the age of 90.
In a statement shared on Facebook, it was revealed the star passed away this morning. The statement said: "So sorry to say that our beloved friend, colleague and actor, Frank Williams, passed away this morning. He was almost 91, and we are grateful for all the years of joy, laughter and happiness he brought to so many. Thank you Frank! x
Frank Williams was most known for his Timothy Farthing character in BBC's Dad's Army, first appearing in series three back in 1969. The actor thought he was making a one-off appearance on the show but went on to appear in almost 50% of the series and even showed up in the two feature films.
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People immediately paid tribute to the star, including Morris Bright, Chairman of Elstree Studios and a Bafta member, who said: "'Someone's written something very rude on the back of my spare harmonium Captain Mainwaring ... what's more it's in wax crayon and won't come off!'
"RIP Dad's Army's Reverend Timothy Farthing aka actor Frank Williams who has died aged 90. Thanks for all the joy and laughter."
Actor Jeffrey Holland, who played Spike in the 80s BBC comedy Hi De Hi, said: "So sorry to hear Frank Williams has left us. A dear friend. I’ll never forget the happy days spent working together on stage and screen in Dad's Army or the wonderful times shared with him and Ronnie at reunions and events. Treasured memories."
The Gold TV channel which still shows episodes of Dad's Army, said: "We are saddened to learn that Frank Williams, who played Reverend Timothy Farthing so wonderfully in Dad’s Army, has passed away at the age of 90. Our thoughts are with his family and friends."
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