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The Irish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Jo Bacon dead: EastEnders and Love Actually star dies aged 72 as tributes flood in for ‘brilliant' actor
ACTOR Jo Bacon who featured in EastEnders and Love Actually has died at the age of 72. The "brilliant" actor starred alongside Hugh Grant as she played Natalie's mum in the beloved 2003 classic. An iconic scene shows Natalie, played by Martine McCutcheon, coming down the stairs to meet the Prime Minister - her love interest, played by Grant - as her family stand at the door in awe. Bacon's funeral took place yesterday, following a cancer diagnosis in January. Tributes have poured in for the star, and many actors were in attendance at the ceremony on Tuesday. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at 1 Jo Bacon
Scottish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Jo Bacon dead: EastEnders and Love Actually star dies aged 72 as tributes flood in for ‘brilliant' actor
STAR GONE Jo Bacon dead: EastEnders and Love Actually star dies aged 72 as tributes flood in for 'brilliant' actor ACTOR Jo Bacon who featured in EastEnders and Love Actually has died at the age of 72. The "brilliant" actor starred alongside Hugh Grant as she played Natalie's mum in the beloved 2003 classic. Advertisement An iconic scene shows Natalie, played by Martine McCutcheon, coming down the stairs to meet the Prime Minister - her love interest, played by Grant - as her family stand at the door in awe. Bacon's funeral took place yesterday, following a cancer diagnosis in January. Tributes have poured in for the star, and many actors were in attendance at the ceremony on Tuesday. Celebrant Jo Moore said: "Jo's talent as an actor was a gift that she shared with the world. Advertisement "On stage and on screen, she brought us joy, laughter, and inspiration, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of everyone she reached. "She was a woman of many talents and facets, and I would like to share with you a description of Jo, given by Gill, one of her lifelong friends" Gill's touching message read: "Jo's life was a wonderful, elaborate, kaleidoscope with different sections for each of her passions and only Jo was at the centre and could see and enjoy the whole kaleidoscope. "In many ways Jo was a contradiction - a flamboyant extrovert, a superb wit, a natural communicator and yet, at the same time, an introspective loner. Advertisement "We all thought we knew her so well but, in reality, we each only knew and loved one aspect of her.'' More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun. Advertisement
The Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Jo Bacon dead: EastEnders and Love Actually star dies aged 72 as tributes flood in for ‘brilliant' actor
ACTOR Jo Bacon who featured in EastEnders and Love Actually has died at the age of 72. The "brilliant" actor starred alongside Hugh Grant as she played Natalie's mum in the beloved 2003 classic. An iconic scene shows Natalie, played by Martine McCutcheon, coming down the stairs to meet the Prime Minister - her love interest, played by Grant - as her family stand at the door in awe. Bacon's funeral took place yesterday, following a cancer diagnosis in January. Tributes have poured in for the star, and many actors were in attendance at the ceremony on Tuesday. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun. 1
Daily Mail
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Jo Bacon dead: Tributes pour in for Love Actually and EastEnders star after her death aged 72
Actor Jo Bacon who starred in one of the most iconic scenes in Love Actually has died aged 72. 'Brilliant' actor Bacon starred alongside Hugh Grant as she played Natalie's mum in the 2003 Christmas classic.
