Tragic news.
The comedy world has lost a genius as news breaks of Victoria Wood‘s passing at the age of 62 on Wednesday.
The actress’ publicist says Wood “died peacefully at her north London home with family” after a “short but brave” battle with cancer.
The Brit’s brother expressed his sadness at the news saying that her passing “robbed us of one of the brightest talents of our generation.”
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So sad.
In case you aren’t aware, Wood gained much notoriety in the ’80s and was most-recognized for the BBC sketch Acorn Antiques and comedy Dinnerladies. She won five BAFTAs — two for her ITV drama Housewife 49.
Wood has two adult children with ex-husband Geoffrey Durham — Grace Durham and Henry Durham.
Many fellow industry leaders and comedians have expressed their condolences via Twitter:
Oh for God’s sake who next? Listening to the incomparable Victoria Wood on @BBCRadio4 the idea of her no longer singing is desperately sad.
— Kirstie Mary Allsopp (@KirstieMAllsopp) April 20, 2016
I just found out that the amazing Victoria Wood is gone. I have to say I’m gutted and tearful. I hate cancer!
— Boy George (@BoyGeorge) April 20, 2016
Victoria Wood was a national treasure loved by millions. My thoughts are with her family.
— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) April 20, 2016
Shocked by news of Victoria Wood. I worked with her last year and was reminded of just what a superlative performer she was.Only 62 !
— John Cleese (@JohnCleese) April 20, 2016
RIP the brilliant Victoria Wood. So innovative, funny and down to earth.
This has not been a good year.
— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) April 20, 2016
Seeing Victoria Wood on TV – working class, bookish, silly, clever, doing stand-up, singing, acting – made me think “Girls can do this.”
— Caitlin Moran (@caitlinmoran) April 20, 2016
Deeply saddened by the news of Victoria Wood’s passing. She meant so much to so many. RIP
— Jamie Bell (@1jamiebell) April 20, 2016
Very sad to hear of the passing of Victoria Wood. She was a brilliantly funny woman. If you don’t know her work, look her up. So sad.
— Paul Feig (@paulfeig) April 20, 2016
Oh no! Just waking up to news of Victoria Wood. Wood And Walters shaped my childhood, she was absolutely pure magic. #victoriawood
— Minnie Driver (@driverminnie) April 20, 2016
Our hearts go out to the Wood’s family during this incredibly difficult time.
[Image via WENN.]
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