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Caroline Aherne

Comedian, Actress, Writer
24 December 1963 to 2 July 2016

A British comedian, actress and writer whose comedy was distinguished through its capability to be at once both affectionate and biting, Aherne brought a rare and influential working-class voice to mainstream British television. She won three BAFTAs, one for The Mrs. Merton Show (1994-1998), and two for The Royle Family (1998-2012). 

Read Caroline Aherne's Guardian obituary here