Absolutely Fabulous actress June Whitfield died yesterday at age 93.

The London-born actress was a regular fixture on TV and radio for six decades, starring in Carry On films, Hancock's Half Hour, and even Friends.

At 89, she appeared in EastEnders as Sister Ruth, a nun with a secret about Kat Slater. At 92, she was made a dame.

Her agent said she died peacefully on Friday night.

Tributes to her long and successful career in comedy are being made on Twitter.

More at BBC.

Sorry to hear RIP

i had a cappinocci when i read the news. great actress who gave me many chuckles over the years.