Supreme comedienne Victoria Wood dies at the age of 62

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Victoria Wood CBE,(62), (19 May 1953-20 April 2016), from Highgate, North London, English comedian, actress, singer, songwriter, screenwriter and director, born in Prestwich, brought up in Bury, died of cancer on 20 April 2016, in the presence of her brother, two sisters, former husband and two children. In 2003, she was listed in The Observer as one of the 50 Funniest Acts in British Comedy. He sketches show, Victoria Wood as seen on TV won BAFTA award for its two series and Christmas special. Wood was a recipient of six British Comedy Awards: Best stand-up live comedy performer (1990), Best Female comedy performer (1995), WGGB Writer of the Year (2000), Best Live stand-up (2001), Outstanding achievement award (2005), Best Female TV comic (2011).

Victoria Wood was a national treasure loved by millions.  My thoughts are with her family” tweeted Prime Minister David Cameron at the passing of this treasured funny woman.  News on this situation will be uploaded in more detail later so watch this space.