DAD’S Army legend Frank Williams has died at the age of 90.
The actor played Reverend Timothy Farthing in the sitcom about the UK’s Home Guard during the Second World War.
The programme originally broadcasted from 1968 to 1977 and ran for nine series and 80 episodes in total.
He starred alongside Arthur Lowe, Clive Dunn, John Laurie, James Beck, John Le Mesurier and Arnold Ridley.
He was also the Bishop in four series of You Rang, M’Lord? among many other acting credits.
Frank also appeared in Monty Python’s Flying Circus and The Rutles.
A statement shared on Facebook said: “So sorry to say that our beloved friend, colleague and actor, Frank Williams, passed away this morning.
“He was almost 91, and we are grateful for all the years of joy, laughter and happiness he brought to so many. Thank you Frank!”
Fellow actors and friends have taken to social media to pay tribute to the star.
Morris Bright, Chairman of Elstree Studios wrote: “‘Someone’s written something very rude on the back of my spare harmonium Captain Mainwaring … what’s more it’s in wax crayon and won’t come off!’
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“RIP Dad’s Army’s Reverend Timothy Farthing aka actor Frank Williams who has died aged 90. Thanks for all the joy and laughter.”
Actor Jeffrey Holland, who played Spike in 80s BBC comedy Hi De Hi, said: “So sorry to hear Frank Williams has left us. A dear friend.
“I’ll never forget the happy days spent working together on stage and screen in DadsArmy or the wonderful times shared with him and Ronnie at reunions and events. Treasured memories.”
