June 4th 2024.
Last night, a tragic event occurred in Bury as a statue of the beloved comedian, Victoria Wood, was toppled after being hit by a car. The statue, which was erected in 2019 in Church Gardens to honor the late actress and comedian, was designed by Graham Ibbeson and featured Wood holding a microphone in her hand.
The accident, which took place overnight, caused the silver people carrier to crash into the sturdy statue, causing it to fall to the ground along with a large slab of concrete. The car's bonnet was severely damaged, and in shocking images of the crash, it can be seen pointing almost vertically in the air from the impact. The area has been cordoned off with orange fencing and the car has since been removed from the site.
Authorities have reported that the incident occurred on the evening of June 3 and the driver of the car was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Thankfully, no one else was seriously hurt in the collision. This news comes as a shock to many, as Wood was a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, known for her quick wit and comedic talent.
The 62-year-old comedian passed away in 2016 after battling cancer for four years. Despite her illness, she continued to work and only shared the news with a select few friends and family members. In 2012, she took a break from directing the BBC show Loving Miss Hatto to undergo radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and surgeries. Even while going through treatment, Wood chose to attend hospital appointments on her own, not wanting to burden others with her illness.
In 2019, the statue of Wood was unveiled, and it quickly became a popular spot for visitors to pay their respects to the late comedian. Her daughter, Grace, shared in a book titled Let's Do It, that her mother preferred to keep her illness private, saying, "She shared what she had to but, given the choice, I think she'd have shared none of it." This sentiment was echoed by Wood herself, who, at the time of her death, asked her daughter not to spread rumors about her health.
Victoria Wood's publicist released a statement at the time of her passing, saying, "The multi Bafta award-winning writer, director, actor and comedian died peacefully at her north London home with family this morning. She was 62." Wood's career spanned over 40 years, and she received numerous awards for her work, including four Baftas, two for her comedy writing and acting, and two for her drama, Housewife, 49.
Wood's first big break in showbiz came in 1974 when she appeared on New Faces. From there, she went on to become a household name, known for her clever humor and relatable characters. Her impact on the entertainment industry will never be forgotten, and her statue in Bury was a testament to that. As we mourn the loss of this talented comedian, we can find solace in the memories and laughter she brought us through her work.
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