Mike Berry - Mr Spooner in 'Are You Being Served?' - dies aged 82
- Mike Berry, who played Mr Spooner in Are You Being Served? and Mr Peters in Worzel Gummidge, has died
- A pop star from the 1960s, he later took up acting and enjoyed a small selection of comedy roles
Mike Berry, who starred in Are You Being Served? and Worzel Gummidge, has died aged 82.
Berry's singing career spanned over sixty years, with hits including Don't You Think It's Time (1963) and The Sunshine Of Your Smile (1980). However, he also acted in TV shows, including playing Mr Spooner, the junior salesman replacement for Mr Lucas at the Grace Brothers department store from the start of Series 8. He appeared in the final three series of the hit sitcom with his character becoming a pop singer in the show's finale.
His other on screen comedy roles included playing Mr Peters in Worzel Gummidge.
His manager and friend Peter Stockton shared the news of his death in a post on Facebook: "It is with the deepest regret that I have to inform everyone that the legendary Mike Berry died peacefully this morning , his family members by his bedside.
"As we all know, Mike was an amazing, highly talented performer whose career spanned 64 years - his first hit being the haunting Tribute to Buddy Holly in 1961. His last show on February 23rd at The Half Moon was a sell out, and was testimony to his superb talent.
"He was also a gifted actor, highlighted by his performances in the iconic comedy Are You Being Served?. A tragic loss to our world of music, and I hope that he is now having a laugh with many of his old pals up in Heaven."