Summary
Actor Patrick Murray, known for his role as Mickey Pearce in the BBC comedy "Only Fools and Horses," has died at age 68. He appeared in various TV shows and movies, and had publicly battled cancer since 2021.
Key Facts
- Patrick Murray was best known for playing Mickey Pearce on "Only Fools and Horses."
- He featured in 20 episodes of the series from 1983 to 2003.
- Murray also appeared in films like "Quadrophenia" and shows like "The Bill."
- He was diagnosed with cancer in July 2021 and underwent surgery and chemotherapy.
- A lung tumour was removed, but a liver tumour was later found and treated.
- In 2022, doctors initially said his lung cancer was cured, but it returned by April 2023.
- Murray died in Rochester, Kent.
- The BBC expressed condolences, noting he was much loved for his role on the show.