Frank Thornton, who played Captain Peacock in BBC comedy Are You Being Served? has died at the age of 92.
Thornton died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Barnes, London, on Saturday, his agent David Daly said.
Also known for his role as Truly in Last of the Summer Wine, the actor also starred in comedies such as Hancock's Half Hour and The Goodies.
Thornton is survived by Beryl, his wife of 67 years, their daughter Jane and three grandchildren.
His film credits included Carry On Screaming!, Some Will, Some Won't alongside Thora Hird, Wilfrid Brambell and Ronnie Corbett and No Sex Please, We're British.
But it was his role as Captain Stephen Peacock in the long-running Are You Being Served? that he was best known for.
With its innuendo-laden comedy and slapstick humour, the sitcom was a huge hit.
Set in a department store, it also starred John Inman, Molly Sugden and Wendy Richards.
Thornton played the pompous store walker, who bragged about his military exploits during the war and looked down on junior staff.
Are You Being Served? ran from 1972 to 1985 and often attracted audiences of more than 20 million.
Thornton reprised the role of Captain Peacock for the spin-off show, Grace and Favour, in 1992.
His agent David Daly said: "I have been Frank's agent since 1986 and he has been the most wonderful client as well as being a great friend. He will be sorely missed."
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