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Beloved Actor Ray Brooks Passes Away at 86

8/10/2025

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Ray Brooks, beloved British actor famed for voicing Mr Benn and his roles in Taxi! and Coronation Street, has passed away at 86 following a brief illness. Having battled dementia for years, his legacy endures through his work and the love of his wife and two sons. His contributions to the entertainment world will be deeply missed.

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Ray Brooks, beloved British actor famed for voicing Mr Benn and his roles in Taxi! and Coronation Street, has passed away at 86 following a brief illness. Having battled dementia for years, his legacy endures through his work and the love of his wife and two sons. His contributions to the entertainment world will be deeply missed.