Patricia Routledge, the fan favorite British sitcom actress, has passed away today at the age of 96.

Routledge was best known for playing the snobbish social climber Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping Up Appearances, the BBC comedy that aired from 1990 to 1995.

“We are deeply saddened to confirm the passing of Dame Patricia Routledge, who died peacefully in her sleep this morning, surrounded by love,” PA Media news agency shared in a statement per the BBC.

“Even at 96 years old, Dame Patricia’s passion for her work and for connecting with live audiences never waned, just as new generations of audiences have continued to find her through her beloved television roles,” the statement continued.

“She will be dearly missed by those closest to her and by her devoted admirers around the world.”

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