Legendary Coronation Street actress Liz Dawn who played Vera Duckworth dies aged 77

Coronation Street actress Liz Dawn, who played Vera Duckworth in the soap, has died, her family has said.
Liz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera DuckworthLiz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera Duckworth
Liz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera Duckworth

Coronation Street actress Liz Dawn died "peacefully in her sleep", her family has said.

A statement from the family said: "We are devastated and heartbroken at the passing of our much-loved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother, the incredible Liz Dawn."

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"Liz died peacefully last night at home with her loving family around her.

Liz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera DuckworthLiz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera Duckworth
Liz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera Duckworth

"She has been the love, light and inspiration in our lives and we are bereft at her passing."

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A statement from Coronation Street said: "It is with the greatest sadness that we have learned our beloved Liz Dawn has passed away last night. Her family at Coronation Street are heartbroken.

"We extend our heartfelt condolences and sympathy at this very sad time to Liz's devoted husband Don, her loving children Graham, Dawn, Ann and Julie, their families and her six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Liz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera DuckworthLiz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera Duckworth
Liz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera Duckworth
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"We have been blessed to have Liz in our lives, as she was such a kind, considerate and caring friend and colleague. As Coronation Street's Vera Duckworth for 34 years, Liz brought so much joy and happiness to so many. She was a wonderful actress who will forever be a true Coronation Street legend."