- Actor Eric Allan, known for his roles in Emmerdale and The Archers, has died at the age of 85.
- Allan played blacksmith Frank Blakey on the ITV soap Emmerdale Farm, joining the cast in 1972.
- He later voiced Bert Fry in Radio 4’s The Archers for 25 years, following his departure from Emmerdale.
- His 53-year career also included appearances in The Bill, Heartbeat, Bergerac, and The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes.
- Allan passed away on 8 February and is survived by his wife Susan and their two children, with fans paying tribute to his legacy.
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