Fawlty Towers actress Prunella Scales, best known for her role as Sybil, has died aged 93, her family has said.
Prunella Scales was watching Fawlty Towers the day before she died, her sons Samuel and Joseph West said.
They said in a statement to the PA news agency: “Our darling mother Prunella Scales died peacefully at home in London yesterday.
“She was 93. Although dementia forced her retirement from a remarkable acting career of nearly 70 years, she continued to live at home. She was watching Fawlty Towers the day before she died.
“Pru was married to Timothy West for 61 years. He died in November 2024.
“She is survived by two sons and one stepdaughter, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
“We would like to thank all those who gave Pru such wonderful care at the end of her life: her last days were comfortable, contented and surrounded by love.”
Prunella Scales was married to fellow actor Timothy West for 61 years before his death in November 2024. Pic: Geoff Pugh/Shutterstock
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