Actor John Clegg, known for his roles in Dad's Army and It Ain't Half Hot Mum, passes away at 90 years old.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of beloved actor John Clegg at the age of 90. Clegg, most known for his role in the popular BBC sitcom Dad's Army, also portrayed Gunner 'Paderewski' Graham in It Ain't Half Hot Mum for a total of 56 episodes. According to an official statement, Clegg passed away peacefully while under care, leaving behind a legacy that will be deeply missed by his theatre colleagues, friends in Chichester, and his family. A private funeral will be held on August 29 in his home of West Sussex.

Clegg's talent extended beyond his iconic roles in Dad's Army and It Ain't Half Hot Mum. He also appeared in the 70s series Hogg's Back and played Clifford Howes in Crossroads: Kings Oak. In 2001, he had a memorable role as an unnamed elderly man in the hit film Bridget Jones's Diary. His contributions to the entertainment industry did not go unnoticed, as fellow Bafta member Morris Bright paid tribute to Clegg, writing, "We are deeply saddened by the news of La Di Da Gunner Graham's passing. John Clegg, aged 90, has joined the great concert party in the sky. He will be greatly missed."

Fans have also taken to social media to express their condolences. @jeremybhaines wrote, "Very sad news indeed that the Actor John Clegg sadly passed away RIP Sir." While @NiceThingsShow remembered Clegg as "a strong and stable presence on screen," adding, "RIP to lah-do-dah Gunner Graham, the actor John Clegg."

Clegg's career spanned many decades and included collaborations with his wife, Mavis Pugh. The two starred together in You Rang, M'Lord? where Pugh portrayed Lady Lavender Southwick, and in the 1972 series Are You Being Served? They were married until Pugh's passing in 2006.

In 2017, Clegg gave a talk titled "My Life as an Actor," where he shared stories from his illustrious career that began in drama school in London. He even recalled an encounter with Dame Judi Dench, who famously told him he was not suited for traditional Shakespearean roles.

As we mourn the loss of John Clegg, we also celebrate his life and all the joy he brought to his fans and colleagues. If you have a story or memory to share about Clegg, please reach out to our team at The Agency. We would love to hear from you.

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