Dennis Waterman death news – TV legend & New Tricks star dies aged 74 with cause of death unknown

TV LEGEND Dennis Waterman has died aged 74 after a career spanning seven decades.

The celebrated actor, who has starred in Minder, New Tricks and The Sweeney, died in Spain with his wife by his side.

A family statement said today: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis, passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain, on Saturday evening, with Pam by his side.

"The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time."

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  • Louis Allwood

    "Another icon gone"

    Comedian Paddy McGuiness wrote: "Myself and my Phoenix Nights cast mates used to sing the theme tune to Minder on tour and on the Karaoke! Gutted I never got to meet him, always wanted to be Terry McCann. Another icon from my childhood gone. RIP Dennis Waterman."

    DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles shared: "I played golf on a tour to Bermuda with Dennis Waterman – I’m not much of a golfer – he was – but it was time spent with him between rounds that were well worth the trip. A genuinely lovely guy. RIP."

    And Sky News journalist Kay Burley wrote: "RIP Dennis Waterman. A brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s. Loved The Sweeney. Loved Minder more. He was 74."

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    How many children did Dennis Waterman have?

    Dennis Waterman had two daughters to his second wife Patricia, Hannah and Julia.

    Hannah – who was born in 1975 – has followed in her father's footsteps, becoming an accomplished actress.

    She played Laura Beale in EastEnders for four years, while also starring alongside dad Dennis in New Tricks in a recurring role.

    The youngest of Waterman's daughters, Julia, was born in 1979 – but it is believed she has kept away from the small screen.

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    When did Dennis Waterman and Pam Flint get married?

    Minder and The Sweeney star Waterman and Pam Flint tied the knot in November 2011.

    It was his fourth marriage, having previously wedded Penny Dixon, Patricia Maynard and Rula Lenska.

    The couple were married for more than ten years, with wife Pam by his side until the end.

    A family statement read: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis, passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain, on Saturday evening, with Pam by his side."

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    Who is Pam Flint?

    Pam Flint was Dennis Waterman's fourth wife and the couple had been friends since 1996.

    Unlike two of the actor's previous partners, Pam has rarely been in the limelight.

    She was, however, diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2006, needing surgery to save her life.

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    Which TV shows did Dennis Waterman star in?

    His most well-known roles were in The Sweeney (1975 – 1978), Minder (1979 – 1994) and New Tricks (2003 – 2015).

    Dennis even sang the theme tunes for Minder and New Tricks, as well as releasing three studio albums and 12 singles.

    Beyond his tough-guy roles that made him a household name in the UK, he appeared in many more TV shows and 29 films.

    • Never Too Late (2020)
    • Moses Jones (2009)
    • Back In Business (2007)
    • The Knock (1997 – 1999)
    • Sweeney! (1977)
    • Sweeny 2 (1978)
    • Scars of Dracula (1970)
    • Up The Junction (1968)
    • Windy City (1982)
    • Fair Exchange (1962 – 1963)

    What was Dennis Waterman's cause of death?

    The family of Dennis Waterman announced his passing on May 8, 2022.

    At the time no reasoning was given for the star's passing.

    He was working as recently as 2020 in the Australian comedy Never Too Late.

    Dennis died at his home in Spain, with Pam Flint at his side – the pair married in 2011 but met initially in 1996.

    Who was Dennis Waterman?

    Dennis Waterman was born in Clapham, London on February 24, 1948.

    He appeared in shows such as New Tricks, Minder and The Sweeney as a tough guy archetype.

    As a child he began acting, his first role was in 1960 for a film called Night Train to Inverness.

    He died on Sunday, May 8, 2022, with his wife Pam Flint at his side.

    His family said: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis, passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain.

    "The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time."

    Tributes flooded in

    Matt Lucas led tributes to the actor, writing: "I grew up watching Dennis Waterman's iconic performances in The Sweeney and Minder.

    "His guest appearance in our Little Britain Live show at Hammersmith Apollo – in which he hilariously duetted with David's absurd impersonation of him – remains the absolute highlight of my career."

    Piers Morgan added: "RIP Dennis Waterman, 74. Star of Minder, New Tricks and for me, his finest role – as Detective George Carter in The Sweeney opposite the late, great John Thaw.

    "Superb actor and a great character. Sad news."

    Singing career

    Dennis was also a singer, releasing three albums and 12 singles.

    His 1983 song What Are We Gonna Get 'Er Indoors? with George Cole was 21st in the UK charts.

    And he became well-known for singing the theme songs to many of his shows.

    • Louis Allwood

      Huge TV presence

      Dennis Waterman took up his first role aged just 13 and his last film role was in Never Too Late in 2020, filmed in Australia.

      He became one of Britain's best-known faces through the 1970s, when he played DS George Carter in ITV's police drama The Sweeney.

      The actor then played bodyguard Terry McCann in the comedy-drama Minder, bringing London's criminal underworld to millions.

      He left the role in 1989 after his seventh series.

      And he played Gerry Standing in crime drama New Tricks for more than a decade, starting when it began in 2003.

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      'Our beloved Dennis'

      A family statement said: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis, passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain, on Saturday evening, with Pam by his side.

      "The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time."

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      Dennis Waterman dies aged 74

      ACTOR Dennis Waterman has died aged 74 after a career spanning seven decades.

      The celebrated TV star, best-known for his tough guy roles in shows like Minder, New Tricks and The Sweeney, died at his Spanish home with his wife by his side.

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