Diane Langton, Hollyoaks and Only Fools and Horses star, dies aged 77

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Hollyoaks and Only Fools and Horses star Diane Langton has died aged 77, it has been confirmed.

Over the span of many years, the actor started his profession in the realm of comedy, appearing initially in shows like “Carry On Laughing” and “Carry On England.” Later, during the 1970s, he starred in the sitcom “The Rag Trade,” a series that took place within a textile factory.

Yet, one of her most renowned comedic performances took place as June Snell in the iconic BBC sitcom, Only Fools and Horses. This role appeared in two notable episodes of the popular show: Happy Returns and A Royal Flush.

Back in 2007, I first encountered Nana on the Channel 4 soap opera. Since then, she’s become an indispensable part of the series, gracing our screens with her presence in numerous gripping storylines. As the matriarch of the show’s most significant family, her portrayal has been nothing short of captivating.

I’ve known Nana from the Channel 4 soap since 2007, and she’s become a beloved fixture of the show. She’s been involved in some really engaging storylines, especially as the head of our main family. Her performance has kept me hooked!

In addition, she previously acted on a different soap opera, portraying Bev Williams on EastEnders during the late ’90s.

Watch Diane Langton as June Snell in a classic clip from Only Fools and Horses:

Shane Collins, representative for Langton, stated: “Diane’s career was both prosperous and exceptional, as she graced stages, screens for films, and TV shows. Notably, she played the cherished role of Nana McQueen in Hollyoaks from 2007 up to the present.

Diane honed her skills at the Corona Academy and launched her dance profession, performing with various ballet troupes across Europe. Subsequently, she made notable appearances on programs like That Was the Week That Was and The London Palladium.

On X today, actress Elaine Paige was one of many honoring Langton, as they had collaborated on stage together in the past.

She expressed her profound shock over Diane Langton’s demise. Recollections of our time together in Hair are rushing back, with her in the dressing room sharing a bottle of beer, presumably brown. Additionally, we had recorded an album titled “Sparrow.

She was an exceptionally gifted artist, not only in her work but also in her humor, kindness, and unique charm. As a friend, she stood out. My sympathies go to her husband, Derek.

Throughout her extensive acting career, Langton has graced various television shows such as Heartbeat and Ashes to Ashes. Additionally, she played a role in the 1989 film The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover, which starred Michael Gambon and Helen Mirren.

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2025-01-15 22:04