'Screamingly funny' Tony Slattery dies aged 65

British actor and comedian Tony Slattery has died at the age of 65 following a heart attack, leaving behind a legacy of work on shows such as Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Just A Minute, and Have I Got News For You. Known for his quick-witted improvisations and comedic roles in films like The Crying Game and Peter’s Friends, Slattery was remembered by friends and colleagues, including Sir Stephen Fry and Al Murray, as a “dazzling talent” and “genius”. Born in North London and rising to fame through Cambridge University’s Footlights group, Slattery’s comedic performances on Whose Line Is It Anyway? and other shows endeared him to audiences, showcasing his “screamingly funny” and “deeply talented” wit and charm.

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