SAD NEWS: Coronation Street & Emmerdale star Tony Peers dies aged 78 as tributes for ‘legendary’ actor pour in
A CORONATION Street actor has tragically died aged 78.
Tony Peers appeared in the ITV drama as three different characters during his career.
He played the part of a delivery man, a junk dealer and later Peter Mallett, Gary Mallett’s dad.
Born in Wigan, Peers appeared on Corrie in 1994, 1995, and 1999.
He went on to become a stand-up comedian and appeared in both films and a number of television shows including Emmerdale.
His company announced he has sadly passed away.
They wrote: “It is with great sadness that we announce that Scarborough showbiz legend Tony Peers has taken his final bow.
“Our wonderful producer, manager and friend sadly fell asleep for the last time in the early hours of this morning.
“All at Tony Peers Limited are devastated by this news and in Tony’s words ‘the show must go on.’
“We will be continuing to lead all future productions and keeping Tony’s pantomime legacy alive across the country for years to come.”
Scarborough Spa added: “Everyone at the Scarborough Spa is saddened to hear of the passing of Tony Peers.
Tony, who was involved in over 2,500 shows at the Spa as a performer, director, and latterly as producer of the famous Spa summer shows and Christmas pantomimes, passed away peacefully this morning surrounded by family and friends.”
