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The entertainer, famous for his trademark wellington boots and catchphrases, passed away on Monday morning after a brief illness. His family said he spent his final days surrounded by loved ones, continuing to crack jokes with hospital staff until the end. He became a household name across Britain and Ireland during the 1970s and 1980s through television and stage performances.
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