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Waterloo Road Star Lorraine Cheshire Dies at 65
20 Dec
Summary
- Actress Lorraine Cheshire, known for Waterloo Road and Trollied, has died.
- She passed away at the age of 65, with her partner confirming the news.
- Cheshire began her acting career later in life, at age 35.
Actress Lorraine Cheshire, widely recognized for her roles in "Waterloo Road" and "Trollied," has died at the age of 65. The news was shared by her partner, John Dixon, on Facebook, marking a significant loss for the television community.
Cheshire gained prominence for her portrayal of Fleur Budgen in the Channel 4 drama "Waterloo Road" from 2007 to 2012, and later as Sue Benson in the Sky sitcom "Trollied." Her acting journey began later in life, at 35, with early roles in "Cranford" and "Holby City."
Her "Trollied" co-star Chanel Cresswell paid tribute on Instagram, cherishing their "wonderful friendship" and "naughty laughs." Cheshire's contributions to television extended to "Ackley Bridge," where she played Lorraine Bird until 2022, leaving behind a legacy of memorable characters.
