Prunella Scales Death: Fawlty Towers Star Passes Away
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Prunella Scales, best known for playing Sybil in Fawlty Towers, has died at the age of 93. She passed away peacefully at home, and was reportedly watching Fawlty Towers the day before her death.
Key details:
* She had a 70-year acting career but retired due to dementia.
* She was married to actor Timothy West for 61 years; he died in November 2024.
* She is survived by two sons, a stepdaughter, seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
* Her role as Sybil Fawlty is considered iconic and among the funniest moments in TV comedy history, alongside john Cleese.