Actress Stephanie Cole, best known for roles in Coronation Street and Doc Martin, has died at the age of 84. Multiple outlets report that her agent confirmed her death, and her passing is marked with tributes from family and those in the industry.
Cole’s career is described as spanning soaps, television dramas and comedy, and also including stage work. Sources note major credits such as Coronation Street, Tenko, and Open All Hours, along with appearances in other programmes including Doc Martin and Waiting for God. The Guardian also highlights that she won a British Soap award for a role in Coronation Street.
While most coverage focuses on her career and impact, some outlets add illness-related context. The Mirror and the Daily Record say she had been living with Alzheimer’s, with the Daily Record describing a longer period battling the condition. The Independent and other reports emphasize her talent and the range of her performances rather than medical details.
