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Actress Dame Penelope Keith dies aged 86

Published Monday, June 29, 2026

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Dame Penelope Keith, the acclaimed British actress known for her roles in sitcoms like The Good Life and To the Manor Born, has passed away at the age of 86 at her home in Surrey after a battle with cancer. Tributes have poured in from friends and admirers, remembering her as a "comic genius" and a "special lady."

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  • Actress Dame Penelope Keith died at the age of 86 at her home in Surrey after living with cancer.

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    Dame Penelope Keith, known for her roles in British sitcoms like The Good Life and To the Manor Born, has died at the age of 86 after living with cancer. Tributes have been paid by friends and admirers, remembering her as a "comic genius" and "special lady". The BBC provides a comprehensive and appreciative tribute to a significant figure in British entertainment, highlighting her career achievements and personal life.

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