Actress Lorraine Cheshire, known for her roles in Sky TV's "Trollied," BBC's "Early Doors," and "Waterloo Road," has died at the age of 65. Her partner John Dixon announced her passing on Friday on Facebook, prompting an outpouring of tributes from co-stars and colleagues who celebrated her as a "wonderful talent."
Dixon shared an emotional message mourning the loss. «The love of my life passed away early this morning 46 years, and now my heart is broken. To the green fields beyond,» he wrote.
Career Spanning Multiple Hit Shows
Cheshire, born in Wythenshawe, Manchester, appeared in 63 episodes of the Sky comedy "Trollied" between 2011 and 2018, playing the character Sue. She portrayed Joan, Eddie's wife, in the BBC sitcom "Early Doors," which was created by "The Royle Family" co-writers Craig Cash and Phil Mealey.
From 2007 to 2012, she was a regular in the school drama "Waterloo Road" as Fleur Budgen. Her other credits included Channel 4's "Ackley Bridge" as Lorraine Bird, the BBC soap "Doctors," and smaller roles in "Phoenix Nights," "Clocking Off," "Holby City," "The Cops," "Life On Mars," "Casualty," and "The Royal." Her last project was the short movie "Incompatible," in which she played Pauline.
Co-Stars Remember Shared Laughter
Faye McKeever, who appeared alongside Cheshire in "Trollied," posted a tribute on Instagram. «Laughing with Lozza in unison will always be one of my favourite memories. I will forever be thankful of the Trollied day and the endless fun we used to share. Boy did we belly laugh. Whenever she started it would set me off, and vice versa. Thinking of John and Carly at this very sad time. Rest in peace Lozza.»
Christine Bottomley, Cheshire's co-star from "Early Doors," shared a picture on Instagram Stories with a candle, brandy and coke, and a broken heart emoji, writing: «no words today»
Chanel Cresswell from "Trollied" wrote on Instagram: «I can't quite believe I'm writing this. I'll always cherish the advice you gave and the most wonderful friendship. The naughty laughs we had. The memories we shared.» She added: «Lozza thank you for being a friend to me. I'll miss you so so much. I'm shocked, and so so sad. You was one of a kind. Rest in peace»
Anthony Crank expressed his grief, saying: «Just heard the horrific news that beautiful Lorraine has passed over. One of the kindest, funniest, beautiful and caring souls I ever had the privilege to know. My heart goes out to John and all that knew her. This week is awful, just hell on earth. Please give your loved ones the biggest squeeze tonight. REST IN POWER YOU ABSOLUTE QUEEN.»
Late Start to Acting Career
Cheshire began her acting career at the age of 38, after training at a drama school in Manchester. Her first TV job was on "The Cops" in 1999, which she described as a "baptism of fire."
She recalled the experience: «The director had to tell me: "Lorraine, love, you don't have to shout. We have a microphone!" I was so embarrassed, but he said don't worry; you learn as you go along. It was real learning on the job and that's what acting is,»
Reflecting on her drama school experience, she said: «Yeah, it was difficult with all the kids there, but after about a year I settled down and got on with it and got through it,»
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