Morecambe and Wise, who died in 1999 aged 73, are among the most popular and enduring comedy stars in British TV history
Eric Morecambe’s widow Joan has died “peacefully” on her 97th birthday following a short illness, her family has announced.
The couple shared three children together – a daughter Gail and sons Gary and Steven. A statement issued on behalf of her children said: “It is with great sadness and the heaviest of hearts that we must share the news that our mother, Joan, has passed away peacefully at the age of 97 after a short illness.READ MORE:
She was also the founder and president of the Lady Taverners, part of the Lord’s Taverners youth cricket and disability sports charity, from 1987 to 1992.
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