Veteran British actor and comedian Ronnie Corbett dies at the age of 85

British entertainer Ronnie Corbett has passed away at the age of 85 this morning according to reports. His publicist said: "Ronnie Corbett CBE, one of the nation's best-loved entertainers, passed away this morning, surrounded by his loving family. They have asked that their privacy is respected at this very sad time."

Ronnie was a Scottish actor and comedian who had a long association with Ronnie Barker in the television comedy series The Two Ronnies. He achieved prominence in David Frost's 1960s satirical comedy programme The Frost Report and later starred in the sitcoms Sorry! and No – That's Me Over Here!.

Corbett was one of the UK's best-loved comedians and along with Ronnie Barker, their double act was one of the most successful of the 1970s and '80s.

He was awarded the British title of CBE and performed in so many television shows, comedy programs and comedy skits during his lifetime.