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Tributes pour in as British comedian Sean Lock dies aged 58

British comedian Sean Lock has died at the age of 58. The 8 out of 10 cats star passed away follo...
Michael Staines
Michael Staines

11.21 18 Aug 2021


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Tributes pour in as British co...

Tributes pour in as British comedian Sean Lock dies aged 58

Michael Staines
Michael Staines

11.21 18 Aug 2021


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British comedian Sean Lock has died at the age of 58.

The 8 out of 10 cats star passed away following a battle with cancer, his agency, Off the Kerb Productions, said in a statement.

"It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Sean Lock,” said the agency.

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"He died at home from cancer, surrounded by his family.

“Sean was one of Britain’s finest comedians, his boundless creativity, lightning wit and the absurdist brilliance of his work, marked him out as a unique voice in British comedy.”

It noted that he was also a “cherished husband and father to three children”, noting that he will be sorely missed by all that knew him.

Comedian Lee Mack who was a close friend of Lock’s said: "I've known this day was coming for some time, but it's no less heartbreaking.

"A true original both in comedy and life. I will miss him so much."

Lock wrote and starred in a number UK comedy shows throughout his career and was a team captain on 8 out of 10 cats for 18 seasons.

He was also a regular on panel shows like Have I Got News for You, QI, and They Think It’s All Over.


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