'Comedy great' Ronnie Corbett dies aged 85
Ronnie Corbett, one of Britain's best-loved entertainers, has died aged 85, surrounded by his family, his publicist has said.
Sir Bruce Forsyth: Corbett 'was such a joy to be with'
Sir Bruce Forsyth had paid tribute to his "true friend" Ronnie Corbett, who has died aged 85.
He told ITV News: "He was a naturally funny man, just the size of him and his little walk.
"He was such a joy to be with, he was funny all the time. Even when he was talking about something serious they'd always be a little look in his eyes, that you'd start to go a bit."
Recalling their time working together, Sir Bruce said: "He was a dream to work with, none of us like rehearsing really, but with Ronnie it was always a pleasure."
"I will miss him, he was a true friend", the veteran entertainer added.
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Ronnie Corbett: 'Comedy great' dies aged 85
Corbett, one of Britain's best-loved entertainers, passed away surrounded by his family.