The actor was known for playing Fred Elliott in the long-running soap. <\/p>
John Savident, who was known for his iconic role in Coronation Street, has died, aged 86.<\/p>\n
The news was confirmed by his agent, who said in a statement: \u201cWe are sad to announce the death of the actor\u00a0John Savident\u00a0who died on Wednesday 21 February, he was a much-loved husband and father of two and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.\u201d<\/p>\n
Savident was known for his beloved role in Coronation Street as butcher Fred Elliott, a role he held from 1994 to 2006. He announced his departure from the soap in 2005 due to \u201cpersonal reasons\u201d and subsequently, his character died of a stroke in October 2006.<\/p>\n
His storylines revolved around a tumultuous love life, failed marriages, and his secret son, Ashley Peacock (played by Steven Arnold). The pair became known for running the local butcher\u2019s in the soap until Savident departed the series.<\/p>\n
Known for his distinctive voice and line delivery, Savident was a fan-favourite character in the soap.<\/p>\n
Aside from Coronation Street, the actor was also known for his role as civil servant Sir Frederick Stewart in Yes Minister, as well as playing Dolin in 1971\u2019s A Clockwork Orange.<\/p>\n
RIP wonderful John Savident. Always lovely and witty. Here\u2019s a memory from a garden party years ago pic.twitter.com\/heBKIDWeSm<\/a><\/p>\u2014 Stuart Antony (@STU_ACTOR) February 23, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote>