EASTENDERS legend Bill Treacher, who played Arthur Foweler in the hit-BBC soap, has died aged 92, his family has revealed.
Bill, who appeared in the beloved British programme from 1985 until 1996, died on Saturday night after a period of 'declining health'.
A statement from his devastated family pays tribute to the "wonderful husband and father" and the "very fine human being".
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It reads: "The family of the actor Bill Treacher are sad to announce that Bill died late Saturday night, 5 November 2022.
"He was 92 years old and his health had been declining for some time. He was much loved by his wife, Kate, his son, Jamie and his daughter, Sophie.
"Bill was a brilliant actor and a wonderful husband and father, plus a very fine human being. He will be hugely missed.
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"The family respectfully request privacy at this time."
A spokesperson for BBC's EastEnders said: "It is with great sadness that we learnt of the passing of Bill Treacher.
"As one of our original cast members, Bill created a much-loved character in Arthur Fowler and, alongside Wendy Richard, they created an iconic family in the Fowlers who still remain at the heart of the show.
"Bill left EastEnders in 1996, so it is a true testament to both he and the character that he created in Arthur that he is still thought of so fondly.
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"Bill will always be remembered for his charm, sense of humour – with a smile that lit up the room – and more importantly as a family man who was devoted to his wife and children.
"Bill will forever be held in great affection by everyone at EastEnders and all those that loved watching him. Rest in peace Bill and thank you for the memories."
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