Wyllie Longmore dies at age of 82; All you need to know about 'Coronation Street', 'Love Actually' actor

Wyllie Longmore has died after battling cancer. He was 82-year-old. Wyllie Longmore's daughter has confirmed the news of his demise.

In a statement, Longmore's daughter said that his father had passed away on Wednesday. Even though Longmore was suffering from cancer, he died peacefully with his wife by his side.

Who was Wyllie Longmore?

Wyllie Longmore was born in Jamaica. However, he moved to the United Kingdom in 1961.


Longmore was best known for his portrayal of Dr McKinnon in ITV soap "Coronation Street". Longmore made his Coronation Street debut in 1992.

He also featured in "Love Actually" alongside Hugh Grant.

Wyllie Longmore's Daughter's Statement

Longmore's daughter Jessica wrote a heartfelt note on Facebook.


"Those of you who know me will know that I am not prone to public announcements on social media, but I know the influence my dad goes way beyond our family; so I wanted to share this news with you all," Jessica shared on Facebook.

"Please feel free to share this news in your networks. I will post information in due course about the quiet funeral we have planned and the celebratory stuff event of his life and career, that will come later. Wyllie was a much loved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle and will be very sadly missed," she wrote.

FAQs:

1. What is the birthplace of Wyllie Longmore?
   Jamaica.
2. What was Wyllie Longmore best known for?
   Wyllie Longmore was best known for his portrayal in "Coronation Street" and "Love Actually".