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Tributes are continuing to pour in to Prunella Scales after her death was announced.

Best known for playing Sybil in Fawlty Towers , the actress’ family confirmed on Tuesday morning (October 28) she had passed away at the age of 93.

Prunella’s sons Samuel and Joseph said their beloved mum died ‘peacefully at home in London’ on Monday (October 27).

A statement to the PA news agency said: “Our darling mother Prunella Scales died peacefully at home in London yesterday. She was 93.

“Although dementia forced her retirement from a remarkable acting career of nearly 70 years, she continued to live at home.She was watching Fawlty Towers the day before she died.

“Pru was married to Timothy West for 61 years. He died in November 2024.She is survived by two sons and one stepda

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