Roger Michell, a British stage, television and film director whose often-acclaimed career was overshadowed by the commercial success of the middling romantic comedy "Notting Hill," died Sept . AP. Our beautiful friend Emma Chambers has died at the age of 53. Hugh Grant (@HackedOffHugh) February 24, 2018. Author Anita Shreve, whose books "The Pilot's Wife," "Resistance," and "The Weight of Water" had all been turned into films, died on March 29. Kelsea Ballerini, Chase Stokes Get Cozy at Rangers Game, Most Shocking Celebrity Deaths of All Time, Celebrity Deaths in 2018: Stars Weve Lost. He was 91. She was a great, great comedy performer, and a truly fine actress. Read about our approach to external linking. Chambers died from natural causes on Wednesday evening and would be "greatly missed", her agent John Grant said. Buxton, a writer and director best known for his work on The Odd Couple and Happy Days, died on Jan. 2. "I will miss her very much", she said, while also posting a picture of the pair on Twitter. You live in Beverly Hills. He died beside his wife and filmmaker Bobcat Goldthwaite, who made a documentary on Crimmins titled "Call Me Lucky." Canadian actor Peter Donat, who starred on Fox's "The X-Files" along with appearances in "Hill Street Blues," "Charlie's Angels" and "Hawaii Five-O," died on Sept. 10 due to complications of diabetes. She was 53. He was a wonderful actor, and a true friend. Steve Ditko, a comic book artist who co-created Spider-Man and Doctor Strange along with Marvel's Stan Lee, was found dead in his apartment on June 29 and is believed to have died two days earlier. For more news and features about London directly to your inbox sign up to our newsletter here. pic.twitter.com/imzkoyKja9. He was 72. Read about our approach to external linking. Express. As the year marks the 20th anniversary of the movie, we take a look at what the actors of the film. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? She was 105, and the oldest working member of the Screen Actors Guild. Stephen Hillenburg, who created the Nickelodeon TV series "SpongeBob SquarePants," died on Nov. 26 following a battle with ALS. "Notting Hill" combines everything a classic turn-of-the-century rom-com has and needs: a star-studded cast, engaging banter that doesn't feel forced, a "meet-cute" and a perfect grand gesture, wr. She was 54. Chambers, who played the dim but lovable Alice Tinker in the long-running show, died from natural causes. In the film, Chambers starred as Grant's quirky sister Honey. Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. The Hollywood star played a famous actress falling in love with Hugh. He also played Dr Ivann Tate in Death In Paradise in 2016. He was 75. By continuing, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Known for playing Alice Tinker in The Vicar of Dibley, Doncaster-born Chambers. . Famed American playwright Neil Simon, who won a Pulitzer Prize and is known for plays including "The Odd Couple" and "Barefoot in the Park," died on August 26 due to complications from pneumonia. According to a statement she died of natural causes on Wednesday evening. Chambers also starred in the long-running British comedy The Vicar of Dibley opposite comedian Dawn French, who praised her "unique and beautiful spirit." I loved her. He was 64. Chambers agent, John Grant, told the BBC that the actress died of natural causes on Wednesday, and would be greatly missed.. He was 55. Takahata, the Japanese animator of "Grave of the Fireflies" and "The Tale of the Princess Kaguya" and co-founder of Studio Ghibli with Hayao Miyazaki, died on April 5 after a battle with lung cancer. At this difficult time we ask that the privacy of the family and loved ones be respected., Emma Chambers was a hilarious and very warm person and of course a brilliant actress, tweeted Notting Hill co-star Hugh Grant. Ian is known for his roles in Trust, Waking the Dead and Gulliver's Travels - as well as starring in BBC long-running drama Doctors. 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He was 74. ", The Best British Shows You Should Be Watching, Where Are They Now: 15 Of Your Favorite Celebs From 15 Years Ago, Alexandra Daddario Tells Refinery29 Why Rom-Coms Are Due For A Comeback. Seo Minwoo, a member of the K-Pop group 100%, died after suffering cardiac arrest on March 25. Roy Hargrove, a Grammy-winning jazz trumpet player who collaborated with Sonny Rollins, Wynton Marsalis, Herbie Hancock, Common, DAngelo and Erykah Badu, died on Nov. 2. Crimmins was 64. Bush and first lady of the United States from 1989-1993, died at her home in Houston, Texas, on April 17. He was 38. "She was a great, great comedy performer, and a truly fine actress. Last modified on Tue 30 Aug 2022 10.55 EDT. So young. She had appeared in over 150 films in Bollywood. Her agent John Grant said Saturday that Chambers had died of natural causes on Wednesday evening. He was 70. Witt, a producer of "The Golden Girls," "Soap," and the Robin Williams film "Dead Poets Society," died on April 27. He was 65. Miller struggled with substance abuse, according to reports. Actress Ninka Scott bought her Victorian townhouse for 100,000 four decades ago. He was 89. He was 41. She brought laughter and joy to many, and will be greatly missed, agent John Grant said in a statement to Entertainment Weekly on Saturday. He was 94. Notting Hill star Emma Chambers died Wednesday, her agent announced today. Very sad news.. At this difficult time we ask that the privacy of the family and loved ones be respected.". He was 104. He was 77. You can unsubscribe at any time. She died 41 years to the day of the passing of Elvis Presley. Emma Chambers, the actress who played Hugh Grant's lovable sister in the 1999 rom-com Notting Hill, has passed away, Deadline reports. The arts venue led tributes to the star, describing him as a "wonderful actor". He said: "Emma was a gifted comic actress who made any part she played - no matter how ditzy or other worldly - look easy.". diedof cancer on March 3. The actress known for her roles in TV series The Vicar of Dibley and the movie Notting Hill, Chambers has died of natural causes at the age of 53, according to an announcement from her agent John Grant, Saturday Feb. 24, 2018. He was 91. He was 64. Other well-wishers included Emma Freud, the partner of Richard Curtis, who created both the film and the TV comedy. Emma Chambers, best known for playing Alice Tinker in The Vicar of Dibley, has died aged 53, it was announced on Saturday. She was 92. At first, Grant's voice was higher than usual because he . He was 84. Actress Emma Chambers, best known for Notting Hill and The Vicar Of Dibley, has died aged 53, her agent has confirmed. He was 33. Tributes have come in for Tony Armatrading, Notting Hill and Death In Paradise actor and brother of singer Joan Armatrading, after he died aged 59. She brought laughter and joy to many and will be greatly missed.". 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Emma Chambers was a hilarious and very warm person and of course a brilliant actress. Sen. John McCain former Republican presidential candidate, two-time Gold Star recipient and a political icon known as a "maverick" died of cancer on August 25. She was very funny. BRITISH TV and film actress Emma Chambers has died aged 53, her agency confirmed this afternoon. Samuel Hadida, a French producer and distributor of films such as True Romance and the Resident Evil series of films, died on Nov. 26. Actress Susan Anspach, best known for roles in 1970s films Five Easy Pieces and Play It Again, Sam, died in Los Angeles of coronary failure on April 2. Gone far too soon. GRANT COMPLAINED ABOUT ROBERTS'S VOICE. Mandan, who was best known for the '70s sitcom parody of soap operas "Soap," as well as parts in Mission: Impossible, All in the Family, CHiPs, Threes Company, Facts of Life and ER across a 60-year career, died on April 29. Chambers, who was born in Doncaster, England, was beloved by British TV fans for her work on the the BBC comedy The Vicar of Dibley, which ran for decades. Notting Hill is one of my favourite films of all time and she is so stunningly superb in it. She brought laughter and joy to many, Grant added. Asked if she ever saw herself in the character, Emma once said: "I'm not sure. Actor and voiceover artist Tony Armatrading has died at the age of 59, following a battle with cancer. Very sad news. In the later years of her life she struggled with COPD and congestive heart failure. Bollywood actress Sridevi Kapoor, also known as just Sridevi, died on Feb. 24. Actor Jerry Maren, who was the last surviving Munchkin to starred in 1939's "The Wizard of Oz," died in May at the age of 98. Emma Chambers was a hilarious and very warm person and of course a brilliant actress. The actress, who died on Wednesday, February 21, is survived by her husband of 27 years, Ian Dunn. Don't miss a beat. Another 12 wins & 14 nominations. I had the privilege of being his best man, and loved him dearly. The Birmingham-born actor was perhaps best known for his role as a security guard on a film. pic.twitter.com/MaGobdefS6, Luke Addis (@mrlkdds) February 24, 2018. Billy Graham, a Christian preacher and spiritual adviser to presidents going back to Harry Truman and an icon of American religious life and TV, died on Feb. 21. LONDON (AP) British actress Emma Chambers, known for her roles in "The Vicar of Dibley" television series and the romantic comedy "Notting Hill," has died at 53. The Notting Hill stars agency had previously confirmed that she had passed away just hours before. She died suddenly while recording in London. Part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Powered by WordPress VIP. I had the privilege of being his best man, and loved him dearly. Bochco, the creator and producer of influential TV shows including Hill Street Blues, L.A. Sondra Locke, an Oscar-nominated actress for "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" and a frequent co-star of her ex-husband Clint Eastwood, whom she successfully sued for fraud in 1995, died on Nov. 3. 6. So sad. Claude Lanzmann, director of the epic 1985 Holocaust documentary "Shoah" and a French journalist, died on July 5. Very sad news.. He was 57. Part of HuffPost Entertainment. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. The actress died on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.. 'Notting Hill' director Roger Michell died on Wednesday, September 22. He was 71. He was 87. She was very funny. He was 85. At this difficult time we ask that the privacy of the family and loved ones be respected.. He had been married to "Moonstruck" star Olympia Dukakis since 1962. Actress Delores Taylor, who starred with her husband Tom Laughlin in the series of "Billy Jack" movies, died on March 23. Sawyer, a late-blooming actress who starred in "When Harry Met Sally" and "Pineapple Express," died on Jan. 22. Your subscription could not be saved. Dawn French, who co-starred with Chambers in the popular show, told Britains Press Association she will miss Chambers very much. Notting Hill actress Julia Roberts has joined many other stars in paying tribute to its director Roger Michell following his death at the age of 65. She was 53. Emma Chambers, 'Notting Hill' Actress, Dead at 53 Jennifer Drysdale February 24, 2018, 12:48 PM Rest in peace, Emma Chambers. She was 53 years old. She is survived by her husband Ian Dunn. He was 49. He was 86. He was 90. Chambers was born in Doncaster, 170 miles (275 kilometers) north of London and trained at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art. "Over the years, Emma created a wealth of characters and an immense body of work. He was 68. She was 69. I loved her. Part of the a360media Entertainment Group. He was 76. He was 63. Performer Frank Avruch, who worked at Boston's WCVB for more than four decades, including on the first nationally syndicated "Bozo the Clown," died on March 20. He was 91. Emma Chambers was a hilarious and very warm person and of course a brilliant actress, Grant wrote. James Karen, a character actor who had appeared in over 200 films in his career including "Poltergeist" and "Return of the Living Dead," died on Oct. 23. Vinnie Paul, the co-founder and drummer of the '80s metal band Pantera, died on June 22. A look back at the stars in movies, TV, music and sports we lost this past year. Notting Hill star Emma Chambers died Wednesday, her agent announced today. Grant walked around the set complaining that Roberts' voice was "significantly lower" than his. The actors friend Tim Bentinck first broke the news on social media, saying Armatrading died earlier on Monday morning after a battle with cancer. He was 86. Chambers' agent, John Grant, confirmed that the. Her agent John Grant said: "We are very sad to announce the untimely death, from natural causes, of the acclaimed actress, Emma Chambers. She was very funny.". Chambers' agent, John Grant, confirmed that the 53-year-old British actress died Wednesday, February 21 of "natural causes." She was 87. Luckey, an Oscar-nominated animator who designed Woody from Pixar's Toy Story and voiced Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh, died on Feb. 24. Messick, a veteran studio executive, producer and the former manager to actress and activist Rose McGowan, took her own life on Feb. 8. Actor Verne Troyer, best known for playing Mini-Me in the Austin Powers films, died on April 21. She was 76. She really was a great, great comedy performer and a very fine actress. British actress Emma Chambers has died at 53. Ellison, a famed science fiction writer who also contributed stories to "The Twilight Zone" and "Star Trek," died on June 28. Julia Roberts has led tributes to Roger Michell, the director of Notting Hill, following his death at the age of 65. Ken Berry, a veteran comic actor who starred in sitcoms such as F-Troop, Mayberry, RFD and Mamas Family, died Dec. 1. he was 85. Thoughts go out to her friends and family. Hoda Kotb Makes Pre-Taped Appearance on 'Today' Amid Continued Absence, Formula 1 Driver Max Verstappen and GF Kelly Piquet's Relationship Timeline, PDA in the Rink! He was 54. R.I.P.Love and prayers to her family., Mikey Graham (@MRMIKEYGRAHAM) February 24, 2018, Such terribly sad news about Emma Chambers. 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