British comedian Ronnie Corbett dies aged 85
British comedian Ronnie Corbett has died aged 85, surrounded by his family.
The veteran entertainer was best known as the pint-sized half of the hit television show The Two Ronnies, a partnership with Ronnie Backer that lasted from the 1970s to 80s. The show featured the famous catchphrase, “It’s goodnight from me ... and it’s goodnight from him”.
Tributes have begun to flow from fellow entertainers.
Barry Humphries told Melbourne radio’s 3AW that Corbett was supportive of younger comedians.
“I did look up to him, even when I was looking down at him,” he said.
British Prime Minister David Cameron paid his tribute on Twitter, saying, "He'll be remembered as one of the all-time great comedians.”
Corbett’s family has asked the public for privacy "at this very sad time".
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