The veteran British comedy star was known by millions across the country for his various TV roles
CLIVE Swift, who starred as Richard in classic British comedy Keeping Up Appearances, has died aged 82.
The comic star became well-known for his role as Richard Bucket, the henpecked husband of Hyacinth Bucket in the BBC series mocking UK class obsessions.
Patricia Routledge and Clive Swift in the acclaimed snob-com
What was Clive Swift's cause of death?
Swift died peacefully at home following an illness, his family confirmed.
But it is not yet known what exactly he died of.
A statement said: "After a short illness, Clive died peacefully this morning surrounded by his family."
What was he known for?
Clive Swift was best-known for his role as Richard Bucket, the henpecked husband of Hyacinth Bucket in the BBC series mocking UK class obsessions.
He worked alongside Dame Patricia Routledge, who played his class-obsessed wife, who famously pronounced Bucket as "Bouquet".
Swift also appeared in the 2007 Doctor Who Christmas special.
What happened to his daughter Rebecca Swift?
Rebecca Swift died aged 53 of cancer in 2017.
A talent poet, she was the pioneering founder of a literary consultancy dedicated to helping aspiring writers
She also leaves her partner of many years, Helen Cosis Brown
Clive and Margaret Swift on their wedding day in 1960
Was Clive Swift married?
Swift was married to novelist Margaret Drabble between 1960 to 1975.
They had one daughter, Rebecca, and two sons, Adam Swift, an academic, and Joe Swift, a TV gardener.
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