By Rebecca Davison
Roger Lloyd-Pack has died aged 69: The Only Fools And Horses star died of pancreatic cancer on Wednesday night
Only Fools and Horses star Roger Lloyd-Pack has died after losing his battle with pancreatic cancer aged 69, his agent said.
The actor, best known for playing Trigger in the long-running comedy, died at home in London on Wednesday night.
His agent, Maureen Vincent said he had 'died at home surrounded by his family'.
Sir David Jason told of his 'fondness' for his sitcom co-star and described him as a fine actor.
He said: 'I was very saddened to hear of Roger's passing. He was a very quiet, kind and unassuming actor who was a pleasure to work with.
'Although he played the simple soul of Trigger in Only Fools And Horses, he was a very intelligent man and a very fine actor capable of many roles
'I shall remember him with fondness and for all the good times we had together.'
Shane Allen, the BBC's controller of comedy commissioning, said: 'The nation bids a fond and sad farewell to one of the most popular television sitcom actors of his generation.
Tribute: Sir David Jason played tribute to his comic co-star, seen here in one of the show's most memorable scenes, when Del Boy fell through the bar
Much loved show: Lloyd-Pack starred in the show which was loved by all the family
'Roger Lloyd-Pack enjoyed a long and successful career which spanned everything from the hugely iconic Trigger to roles in Shakespeare at The Globe.
Acting family: Seen here in The Naked Civil Servant in 1975
'He will be greatly missed and his work will live on for many years to come. Our thoughts are with his loved ones.'
Lloyd-Pack was born into an acting family in north London and his father Charles was a regular in Hammer horror films.
Although best-known for playing the road-sweeper in Only Fools And Horses, Lloyd-Pack appeared in dozens of films and TV shows including a regular role as farmer Owen Newitt in The Vicar Of Dibley.
He was also a successful stage actor, appearing regularly at Shakespeare's Globe in central London, but knew he would always be best known as Trigger.
He once said of his much-loved role as the road-sweeper: 'It's both a blessing and a curse.'
'It's extraordinary to me as an actor to find oneself in a sitcom that's been successful and goes on being successful.
'Usually things date, but I can't go anywhere without anyone going on about it.
'I think being an actor has been hard for my children. Although I was at home a lot, particularly when they were young, I think having a famous father is difficult.
Reunion: Lloyd-Pack with Only Fools co-star Nicholas Lyndhurst at The Happy Hoofer book launch party in 2011
Acting dynasty: Roger with his actress daughter Emily Lloyd in 1996 on the set on In Country
'It can be embarrassing and annoying for the kids.'
Lloyd-Pack's daughter Emily shot to fame in the 1987 film Wish You Were Here before stepping back from the celebrity limelight after struggling with health issues.
He blamed himself for her
He was politically active and a prominent campaigner for left-wing causes in the capital, including campaigning for Ken Livingstone in his failed London Mayoral electoral bid in 2012.
He began his acting career in 1965, and appeared in a number of roles on television in the 1970s including turns in Dickson of Dock Green and Survivors.
Father Ted creator Graham Linehan was among those paying tribute online.
He said: 'Very sad news about Roger Lloyd-Pack. Trigger was an ancestor to Father Dougal and I'm glad I once had a chance to tell him so.'
Yes, Prime Minister actor Clive Merrison tweeted: 'The great and inimitable Roger Lloyd-Pack died last night, Safe journey my friend.(sic)'
Well-received role: Roger played Barty Crouch Sr. in the film adaptation of Harry Potter And The Goblet of Fire
Spouse: Roger leaves behind his second wife Jehane Markham who he married in 2000
Close bond: Roger and his daughter Emily Lloyd back in 2012 as they attended the Cantina opening night in Jubilee Gardens
Big sis: Emily (left), her sister, and her father in an early photograph
Only Fools And Horses was due to return for a special one-off episode for Sport Relief in March.
It is believed the script has been written but it is not known if filming has begun. The episode was due to feature Lloyd-Pack.
Another success: Versatile comic actor Roger starred alongside Dawn French in hit show The Vicar Of Dibley
High-achiever: The Prince of Wales met both Roger Lloyd Pack and Charles Dance at a reception for British actors at St James's Palace in 2002
But while he was most recognised for his role as the dopey compadre to Del Boy during his television career he has appeared in such hit shows as Doctor Who, Hustle and The Borgias.
Lloyd Pack starred in several sitcoms, including playing the role of foul-mouthed farmer Owen Newitt in 'The Vicar of Dibley' and he also appeared in two episodes of 'Doctor Who' in 2005.
And on the big screen joined the casts of Harry Potter And The Goblet of Fire, Made in Dagenham and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.
Variety of characters: The much-loved star appeared in The Old Guys as Tom Finnan alongside Clive Swift
Wide-ranging skills: Roger starred in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy back in 2011
Different style: Roger played Billy Stringers in BBC One programme Survivors back in 2010
Smart gent: Roger played a character called Fred in TV programme Party Time back in 1992
Gavin and Stacey star James Corden also paid his respects: 'So sad to hear about the passing on Roger Lloyd Pack. What an incredible actor and person. May he rest in peace. (sic)'
And Danniella Westbrook tweeted: 'Roger Lloyd Pack RIP .. Fantastic actor , a true comedy legend x #Rip (sic)'
Roger was born in Islington, North London in 1944, the son of Ulrike Elizabeth (née Pulay), a travel agent, and Charles Lloyd-Pack, who was also an actor.
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Following an education at Bedales School in Hampshire, he trained at the Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art.
Speaking in 2008 about what he would have done if he hadn’t been an actor, he said:
‘Psychiatrist or a psychoanalyst or something in the psycho world because I’ve always been interested in that...Or I might have been a photographer...I also would have loved to have been a musician.’
He was married twice to first wife Sheila Hughes, the mother of actress Emily. And lived in Kentish Town, north London, with his second wife Jehane Markham, the daughter of the stage and film actor David Markham, with whom he had three sons, Spencer, Hartley and Louis.
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ONLY FOOLS' TRIGGER'S FUNNIEST MOMENTS
Denzil: You ever thought of getting married, Trig?
Trigger: No, I haven't met the right person yet, but I've always had this sort of image of my perfect woman, sort of my dream girl.
Denzil: What's she like?
Trigger: Oh she's nothing to look at, very plain, little scar on her chin where she had a wart removed.
Trigger: You knew my Grandad Arthur, didn't you, Mr Trotter?
Grandad: Yeah, I knew Arthur alright.
Trigger: He was a smashing man, he took care of me when my mum went.
Rodney: Where was your Dad?
Trigger: He died a couple of years before I was born.
Trigger: Problems, Dave?
Rodney: I don't want to talk about it, Trig. You ever been wrongly accused of something?
Trigger: Yeah, once.
Rodney: Yeah, how did you get out of it?
Trigger: Well I didn't - I was guilty.
Rodney: We didn't know the fancy dress had been cancelled.
Trigger: Me neither.
Rodney: You mean that's your costume?
Trigger: Yeah, I came as a chauffeur. I feel a bit stupid now.
Rodney: Yeah, you do stand out.
Del Boy: How long you had that brush now Trigger?
Trigger: Twelve years Del, but it's had seven new handles and ten new heads.
Rodney: Oi Del, why'd they call him Trigger? Does he carry a gun or something?
Del Boy: Nah, it's 'cos he looks like a horse.
Roger Lloyd-Pack as Trigger
Denzil: What's she like?
Trigger: Oh she's nothing to look at, very plain, little scar on her chin where she had a wart removed.
Trigger: You knew my Grandad Arthur, didn't you, Mr Trotter?
Grandad: Yeah, I knew Arthur alright.
Trigger: He was a smashing man, he took care of me when my mum went.
Rodney: Where was your Dad?
Trigger: He died a couple of years before I was born.
Trigger: Problems, Dave?
Rodney: I don't want to talk about it, Trig. You ever been wrongly accused of something?
Trigger: Yeah, once.
Rodney: Yeah, how did you get out of it?
Trigger: Well I didn't - I was guilty.
Rodney: We didn't know the fancy dress had been cancelled.
Trigger: Me neither.
Rodney: You mean that's your costume?
Trigger: Yeah, I came as a chauffeur. I feel a bit stupid now.
Rodney: Yeah, you do stand out.
Del Boy: How long you had that brush now Trigger?
Trigger: Twelve years Del, but it's had seven new handles and ten new heads.
Rodney: Oi Del, why'd they call him Trigger? Does he carry a gun or something?
Del Boy: Nah, it's 'cos he looks like a horse.
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