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<\/p>\nPeter Heppelthwaite, the actor who became a familiar face to British television audiences through his portrayal of Jed in The Green Green Grass, has died at the age of 59.<\/p>\n
The London-born performer passed away on Saturday, June 13, with his death confirmed by his representatives at Apollo Artist Management.<\/p>\n
Mr Heppelthwaite was perhaps most recognised for his role in the Only Fools and Horses spin-off, which ran from 2005 to 2009 and saw him appear across 30 episodes.<\/p>\n
He also featured in EastEnders during the 1990s, taking on the character of Linal in the BBC soap.<\/p>\n
Actor Peter Heppelthwaite has died aged 59 <\/p>\n
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No cause of death has been disclosed, though his daughter’s tribute referenced him putting up “the most incredible fight” before his passing.<\/p>\n
His agency paid tribute in an emotional statement, describing Mr Heppelthwaite as “a hugely gifted actor, director, teacher and mentor, with a warmth and generosity that reached far beyond the work itself.”<\/p>\n
Apollo Artist Management said he possessed “that rare ability to make people feel seen, supported and better for having known him.”<\/p>\n
The company’s tribute went on: “Peter gave so much to other performers, especially young actors finding their confidence and their voice.”<\/p>\n
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Peter Heppelthwaite (left) starred in Only Fools spin-off The Green Green Grass<\/p>\n
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His representatives added that while his career spanned television, theatre and film, “his impact was much bigger than a list of credits.”<\/p>\n
The agency concluded: “He cared deeply, worked tirelessly, and left a mark on everyone lucky enough to cross his path. We feel incredibly proud to have represented him.”<\/p>\n
Georgia Hewer-Heppelthwaite shared a deeply moving tribute to her father on Facebook, revealing he “passed away peacefully yesterday holding our hands.”<\/p>\n
She described him as “a man who never gave up, loved deeply, and was just unafraid of doing absolutely everything to the fullest.”<\/p>\n
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Peter Happelthwaite’s daughter broke the news online<\/p>\n
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Peter Heppelthwaite also appeared in EastEnders <\/p>\n
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Her statement continued: “His life was shortened but immensely full of love, passion and determination that we will carry with us always.”<\/p>\n
Georgia asked those mourning alongside the family not to feel sorry for their loss, writing: “We are beyond lucky to have had Peter Heppelthwaite as our dad.”<\/p>\n
She encouraged friends and colleagues to share their memories of him, requesting: “Please just share a story about him, something you will remember him for, something we can smile about.”<\/p>\n
Mr Heppelthwaite trained at the Webber-Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art, graduating in 1999 before landing his debut television appearance in Two Point Four Children.<\/p>\n
It comes with great shock and sadness that we have to report of the death of actor Peter Heppelthwaite, Jed from the Only Fools spinoff \u2018the green green grass\u2019<\/p>\n
Our heartfelt condolences and warm wishes go out to his family and close friends. pic.twitter.com\/kUnGf3zQER<\/a><\/p>\n