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3 October, 2025

Keeping Up Appearances Star Dies

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English actress, Dame Patricia Routledge, famously known as Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced as Bouquet) has passed.
The stage and film actress passed away at the age of 96 peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by loved ones.
The news was released earlier this morning (October 3) by her agent.
Keeping Up Appearances, ran from 1990-1995 and in 1996 she was voted Britain's most popular actress at the BBC 90th anniversary awards!
The show's creator, Roy Clarke, said she elevated his scripts with her voice and physical talent, calling her performances exceptional.
Her agent said her passion for connecting with audiences never faded, and she will be deeply missed by fans worldwide.