Ronnie Golden, the comedian and actor known for appearing in *The Young Ones* and *Spitting Image*, has died aged 78. Multiple outlets report that he died while his partner was out walking their dog.
Born Tony De Meur, Golden is described across the reports as passing away peacefully. One recurring detail is that his girlfriend says he “slipped away,” and she is reportedly comforted by the idea that he died without suffering. Other sources focus primarily on his roles and stage/TV profile, while the wording and emphasis vary slightly around the circumstances and phrasing used by family or partner.
The outlets agree on the basic facts: Golden’s identity as Tony De Meur, his age at death, and that his death occurs during a normal moment at home while his partner is outside walking their dog. Differences are mainly in how the death is characterized, using slightly different quotes and descriptors.
