The actor Gorden Kaye has died aged 75 after losing his battle with dementia. After several small roles in film and television in the Sixties, he was cast in Coronation Street. He also had a small recurring character in Emmerdale Farm. Later film credits include Porridge, Brazil and Jabberwocky. However, he was best known for the lead role of René Artois in 'Allo 'Allo! http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-38718282 As officer Crabtree would say, rust in piss Gorden - thanks for bringing us one of the most memorable sitcom characters.
