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There were also practical things to do, like opening the thousands of cards and letters that flooded in.. Wendy Richard MBE (born Wendy Emerton; 20 July 1943 26 February 2009)[1] was an English actress, known for her television roles as Miss Shirley Brahms on the BBC sitcom Are You Being Served? I didnt want it. He says: I dont want to use it all up. She had a whirlwind romance with actor Ben Porter, 40, and in October 2008 they became engaged. Richard then starred in two Carry On films. Duchess dons $1,610 Carolina Herrera cape, $300 vegan leather Lovely in lilac! Todd Carty attends the funeral of Wendy Richard at St Marylebone Parish Church, Marylebone Road in central London. To that end, he is organising a sale of Wendys clothes in aid of the Lady Taverners charity. In the months after 65-year-old Wendys death, Natalie, 26, was one of Johns greatest confidantes, moving into his home and even, he reveals, lending him 20,000 so that he could pay for Wendys funeral. Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. It would mean killing myself with exercise every day. In the end, she looked wonderful though. I needed to be in the house because I cared so much for him and Wendy. Set in the ladies and gentleman's clothing department in the fictional department store Grace Brothers with Miss Brahms being under the eye of Mrs Slocombe and being the subject of menswear junior Mr Lucas's advances. appearing in all 69 episodes from 1972 to 1985. I wear it all the time, along with the diamond earrings my father gave my mother for her 60th birthday. She was called a chunky boozer, lambasted for ballooning to a size 16 (she insists she is now a happy size 12) and made to feel like a gluttonous failure. She died last month at the Harley Street Clinic in London with her husband, John Burns, by her side. 'EastEnders' actress Wendy Richard was never told her cancer was terminal, claims her husband John Burns. John Burns, the husband of Wendy Richard is seen leaving the funeral at St Mary's Church, Marylebone High Street on March 09, 2009 in London, England. I was aware that perhaps I could do with losing a bit of weight. And then some friends said what about Selfridges? 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Find Wendy Richard John Burns stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. She helped me learn my lines and gave advice about how to play my scenes, made me go for training to strengthen my voice for theatre work and showed me how to look after my money by making wise investments. 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[23][24] Francis said: "She was incredibly brave and retained her sense of humour right to the end. Her EastEnders (1985) character Pauline Fowler became the 1st woman on the soap opera to give birth. She appeared in The Beatles' movie Help! As fate or perhaps it was Wendys lucky necklace would have it, she met new boyfriend Adam Cottrell three months later on a campsite at the Isle of Wight music festival. Richard also appears in a scene cut from the released version of The Beatles movie Help! In September 2007, it was announced that Richard was to join the second series of ITV1's sitcom Benidorm playing a "loud-mouthed, rude" character who used a wheelchair; her episode aired in April 2008. Natalie Cassidy and Wendy Richard: In the months after 65-year-old Wendys death, Natalie, 26, was one of Johns greatest confidantes. The first I knew was three minutes before she passed away when the doctor told me. He said: "The first I knew she wasn't going to make it was about four minutes before she died. She might not have been looking for a relationship but the tall, handsome 29-year-old transport manager from Bristol who was in a nearby tent caught her eye. Princess Diana's nieces Lady Eliza and Amelia share Do not sell or share my personal information. Click here to Start FameChaining. But do note that it is not possible to be certain of a person's genealogy without a family's cooperation (and/or DNA testing). At no point were we told that the cancer was terminal.". 'Like a daughter': Natalie Cassidy helped John after Wendy's death. Wendy had written out plans for her funeral at the St Marylebone Church in London and she wanted the pop song Spirit In The Sky, as well as the more traditional hymn Jerusalem. I admired her from the moment we met on set but we really got close when I was about 18 and she became my mother-in-law on the show. Actress Wendy Richard died today after a battle with cancer, her agent said. In late 2006, Richard was seen as a guest presenter on the BBC's City Hospital series and on 31 March 2007, she presented the documentary A Tribute to John Inman, for BBC2. Bolstered by her new-found self-confidence, Natalie put herself forward to appear in Strictly, having declined two previous invitations. He says: Everyone was saying, Well at least you knew it was going to happen. But I couldnt do it and stay slim. Natalie had counselling and says: Eventually, I just accepted that I wasnt meant to be a size eight. Whenever I go, well go together. 11:40 GMT 11 Oct 2008. Discover Wendy Richard's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. None of them ever worked and none of them ever made me feel any better about myself.. Actually, I am; shed have said, Take it down and let someone else put it up. Her advice would have been dont gild the lily, and she would have told me mines a bit too much., Best friends: John Burns and Wendy Richard having fun together at a party before her cancer returned last year. Actress Wendy Richard has passed away, aged 65. Richard then appeared in series such as Danger Man, No Hiding Place, Hugh and I and The Contact with John Hurt. Before you knew where you were, we were going to radiotherapy. John is like a second dad, brother and good friend all in one great package. I went to Nats birthday party at a pub and I went to give her a present but I had to think twice about hugging her.. The couple's honeymoon in the U.S. has been postponed until after Richard finishes her chemotherapy, which starts on Monday. She has been suffering terribly from the cold and throughout the day - apart from when she was getting her pictures taken - she was wrapped up in a scarf and a cashmere cardigan.'. What lack of sleep REALLY does to your face: Expert reveals the warning signs your skin is suffering, My Daily Horoscope: What does March 2nd hold for MY star sign? In January 2008, cancer cells were found in her left armpit, and it was reported in the Sunday Express on 5 October 2008 that she had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. He says: The truth is, I overspent for the funeral. 58 Wendy Richard John Burns Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images FILTERS CREATIVE EDITORIAL VIDEO 58 Wendy Richard John Burns Premium High Res Photos Browse 58 wendy richard john burns stock photos and images available or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. We were both devastated and in a great deal of pain. Four-months-pregnant Natalie, 26, who played Sonia Fowler, was delighted when John Burns, 47, agreed. Space-X continues to reach for the stars. We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 20 July. Her third marriage, to carpet-fitter Paul Glorney, ended after five years. Hes very flirty and so am I, but Ive told him I have a serious boyfriend.. We all had to get our outfits together hurriedly this week. Im not the type of person who thinks about counselling but I did go to the doctors. "The doctor started talking about Wendy's blood cells and I asked, 'what are you saying?'