Keith Harris has died at the age of 67.
The entertainer and ventriloquist was best known for his partnership with his puppets Orville the Duck and Cuddles the Monkey.
Keith Harris & Orville
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Orville the Duck and Keith Harris
Harris passed away at Blackpool Victoria Hospital after being diagnosed with cancer.
The comedian's agent Robert C Kelly confirmed the news this morning (April 28).
"Sad to announce death from Cancer of my client, dear friend and great talent, Keith Harris," Kelly said.
Harris had a prime-time spot on BBC One Saturday night TV with The Keith Harris Show in the 1980s.
Orville the Duck and Keith Harris
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DS Icon: Orville (and Keith Harris)
He had a number four hit in the UK singles charts in 1982 with 'Orville's Song'.
Harris remained a popular cultural figure despite the waning of variety, and as well as other TV guests spots he made an appearance in the 2012 series of Big Brother.
Harris was married four times. He is survived by his fourth wife Sarah and their two teenage children, as well as his 27-year-old daughter Skye from his first marriage.
Watch Keith Harris and Orville perform 'Orville's Song' on Top of the Pops below:
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