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alan45
16-11-2009, 11:52
British actor Edward Woodward famous on TV as The Equaliser and Callan has passed away today
alan45
16-11-2009, 12:04
Actor Edward Woodward has died aged 79, his agent has said.

The Croydon-born actor was most famous for roles in 1973 horror film The Wicker Man and US series The Equalizer.

He was last seen on screen in BBC One soap EastEnders earlier this year.
sindydoll
16-11-2009, 12:05
dont know who he is
Perdita
16-11-2009, 12:18
He was married to Michele Dotrice who played Bettie in 'Some Mothers Do Have Them'. He was Tommy Clifford in EastEnders earlier this year, with Theo Kelly his friend.

RIP Edward, a very fine actor
crystalsea
16-11-2009, 12:21
oh how sad, I used to love him in the Equalizer
alan45
16-11-2009, 12:24
http://images.starpulse.com/pictures/2007/02/16/previews/Edward%20Woodward-SPX-005047.jpg
sindydoll
16-11-2009, 13:37
He was married to Michele Dotrice who played Bettie in 'Some Mothers Do Have Them'. He was Tommy Clifford in EastEnders earlier this year, with Theo Kelly his friend.

RIP Edward, a very fine actor
oh betty she was cool!!
tammyy2j
16-11-2009, 13:52
RIP Edward Woodward :(
Perdita
16-11-2009, 14:11
The cast and crew of BBC soap EastEnders have expressed their sadness at the death of film and TV legend Edward Woodward.

The 79-year-old passed away today after a long battle with numerous illnesses, including pneumonia.

Earlier this year, Woodward joined the cast of EastEnders for a short stint as Tommy Clifford, a mysterious man from Patrick Trueman's (Rudolph Walker) past.

It was soon revealed that Tommy was responsible for the death of Patrick's fiancée Ruth in the 1950s.

Woodward's final episode of the Walford soap, which aired on April 23, saw Patrick visit Tommy in hospital and finally make peace with him for his actions. Tommy later died with Patrick by his side.

Speaking of Woodward's passing, an EastEnders spokesperson this afternoon said: "All of us at EastEnders are very sad to learn that Edward has passed away. We were thrilled when he joined us for a stint of six episodes earlier this year. "

They added: "He was a delight to work with, and delivered a characteristically touching and layered performance. Our thoughts are with his family."

Woodward is survived by his wife Michele Dotrice, who starred as Betty Spencer in classic BBC comedy Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em, their daughter Emily, and children Tim, Peter and Sarah from his marriage to Venetia Barrett.

http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s2/eastenders/news/a187102/eastenders-saddened-by-woodward-passing.html
lizann
16-11-2009, 15:24
RIP - i kinda remember The Equaliser
alan45
16-11-2009, 16:45
RIP - i kinda remember The Equaliser

Im probably the only one here to remember Callan

http://www.televisionheaven.co.uk/callan.htm
Perdita
16-11-2009, 17:34
:nono: No, Alan, you are not :(
moonstorm
17-11-2009, 08:20
Thank you Allan, I could not remember the name of that series, yes I remember it well (apart from the name!). I used to watch it as a special treat with my mum and a cup of hot chocolate. Lovely memories. RIP Edward.
Siobhan
17-11-2009, 11:16
Rip Edward.. one of my favourite actors.. for those of you who cant remember him for excellent tV series in Late 70 and early 80, you will know him for Eastender as the guy who killed Patrick's girlfriend..

Sad news
Chloe O'brien
17-11-2009, 12:44
R.I.P Edward. I remember watching the equalizer and Callan with Russell Hunter as Lonely.
parkerman
17-11-2009, 20:53
Very sad news. I remember him particularly in Callan so it's not just you, alan. He was a fine actor and will be sadly missed. :(
thestud2k7
18-11-2009, 03:31
R.I.P edward

we lost very fine actor

i'd love to see equalizer repeated
Meh
18-11-2009, 23:13
RIP EW

I can vaguely remember Callan
Perdita
25-03-2010, 09:58
An event celebrating the life and career of late actor Edward Woodward is to be held in London today.

The memorial has been organised by Woodward's widow Michelle Dotrice and is to take place at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.

Along with Dotrice, who is best known for her role as Betty Spencer in classic comedy Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em, a number of other showbiz faces are expected to be in attendance - including June Whitfield, Sheila Hancock, Simon Pegg and Paul O'Grady.

Organisers have confirmed that admirers and well-wishers are also welcome to attend, PA reports.

Woodward passed away last November at the age of 79. He had been suffering from various illnesses, including pneumonia.

The actor is best remembered for roles in cult movie The Wicker Man and TV show The Equalizer. More recently, he appeared in action comedy film Hot Fuzz and had a short stint in BBC soap EastEnders.