Duggie Brown Cause of Death

Duggie Brown, a comedian and actor who appeared in Coronation Street and Last of the Summer Wine, died at the age of 82, on August 16 2022 according to his manager.

His manager Lee Morgan tweeted: “It is with a heavy heart I share the news the very talented Comedian & Actor Duggie Brown passed away this morning with his wife Jackie by his side.

“What an honour it was to work with Duggie. A born entertainer who loved his profession. RIP Duggie Brown. We love & salute you.” The cause of his death isn’t known.

Duggie Brown was the brother of Coronation Street actress Lynne Perrie, who rose to fame for 15 years as Ivy Tilsley and died in 2006.

Brown, who played Ted Spear in Coronation Street, was inducted into the charitable Grand Order of Water Rats and will be crowned King Rat in 2020.

Tommy Cannon, half of the iconic duo Cannon and Ball, is among those to pay tribute. He said: “Really sad to hear about the passing of Duggie Brown. “Rest in peace pal, what a funny, funny man – thinking of all your friends and family.”