The actor played Eddie Yeats in Coronation Street and went on to star as Onslow in Keeping Up Appearances, Twiggy in The Royle Family and Vernon Scripps in Heartbeat.
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Charlie Condou (Marcus Dent in Coronation Street): "The wonderful Geoffrey Hughes (Eddie Yates) has lost his battle with cancer. RIP and thanks for all the laughs x"
Alan Halsall (Tyrone Dobbs in Coronation Street): "Very sad to hear the news about Geoffrey Hughes. May he R.I.P xx My thoughts are with his family & friends !!"
Andrew Lancel (played Frank Foster in Coronation Street): "Rip Geoffrey Hughes. Lovely man. Lovely actor"
Helen Worth (Gail McIntyre in Coronation Street): "Geoff was a very dear friend for many years, and I'm very sad to hear the news of his passing. He was a master of gentle comedy and brought pleasure to so many people. He will be sadly missed."
Bill Roache (Ken Barlow in Coronation Street): "I am so sorry to hear about Geoffrey. He was a warm, loveable actor with great comedy timing. He will be greatly missed. One of the street's memorable characters."
Jeremy Vine: "Very sad to hear that Coronation Street legend Geoffrey Hughes has died."
Derren Litten (Benidorm creator): "Oh dear, more sad news. Actor Geoffrey Hughes has died. Tried to work with him on Benidorm & was told his health was bad. RIP"
Ricky Tomlinson (actor and friend): "Geoff wasn't just an actor. He was my mate. I used to call him every few weeks but hadn't spoken to him in about a fortnight. It's such a loss."
Corrie spokesperson: "We are very sad to hear of the death of Geoffrey Hughes. He created a legendary and iconic character in Eddie Yates who will always be part of Coronation Street. Everyone connected with the programme sends our sincerest condolences to his family and friends."
