Monty Python star said Helen Gibbins died ‘peacefully' a month after the pair celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary.

Michael Palin announces death of wife Helen

Michael Palin has described former co-star Terry Jones as "the spirit of Monty Python", following his death on Tuesday.


Michael Palin: Terry Jones was the 'spirit of Monty Python'

The comedian and television presenter, 76, was at Buckingham Palace to officially become a sir - an honour he described as "unbelievable".

Sheffield-born star Michael Palin has been given the award in the Queen's New Year Honours list for his service.

Welsh-born Jones, 74, is suffering from primary progressive aphasia, which is a form of dementia that affects his ability to communicate.

Michael Palin has whetted the appetite of Monty Python fans by admitting that he would never say 'never again' to working with the Pythons.