Former EastEnders Star and TV Legend Dies Peacefully Aged 88
NO LOC, JUL 10 – Frank Barrie, renowned for Shakespearean theatre and his role as Edward Bishop in EastEnders, died peacefully at 88, surrounded by family, his agent confirmed.
- Frank Barrie, theatre actor and EastEnders star, died peacefully at 88 on June 30, confirmed by his agent Scott Marshall Partners.
- Frank Barrie died peacefully at age 88 at his home, surrounded by wife Mary and daughter Julia, indicating natural causes tied to his age.
- Frank Barrie, a member of Sir Laurence Olivier's National Theatre, starred in Shakespearean roles and portrayed Edward Bishop in EastEnders .
- Tributes poured in on social media and EastEnders posted a tribute on Instagram, reflecting the community's loss.
- Frank Barrie's legacy includes touring 65 countries and representing Britain at the 1982 Commonwealth Games Arts Festival, with notable BBC writing credits, highlighting his international influence.
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EastEnders pays tribute to Frank Barrie, late cast member and theatre star, who has died aged 88
Former EastEnders actor, director and writer Frank Barrie has died aged 88, it has been confirmed in a statement by his agent.Scott Marshall Partners confirmed the sad news in a statement released today, which read: "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved client, Frank Barrie, at the age of 88. He died peacefully at home, with his wife Mary and daughter Julia."The official EastEnders X and Instagram accounts have paid…
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