Ian Lavender, the last surviving member of Dad’s Army, has died.
Lavender, who played Private Frank Pike in the TV series, was 77 years old.
His death was confirmed by his agent.
Lavender also starred in Yes Minister and EastEnders and appeared on stage in a production of Shakespeare’s The Merchant Of Venice.
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