Comedian and writer Barry Cryer dies aged 86

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The comedian, writer and actor Barry Cryer has died at the age of 86.

Famed for his gifted performances on BBC Radio 4’s panel show I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue, Cryer also wrote for Sir Bruce Forsyth, the Two Ronnies and Morecambe and Wise.

The League of Gentleman star Mark Gatiss said: “Barry Cryer was the real deal. An incredibly funny man who worked with – and wrote for – the giants of comedy.

“Yet he remained forever curious and delighted by whatever was fresh and original. Kind, encouraging, generous and a one-off. Goodbye, Cheeky.”

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