Tributes have flooded in for EastEnders icon June Brown who died aged 95 on Sunday 3 April.
BBC soap EastEnders confirmed the sad news in a statement, which read: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved June Brown, OBE, MBE sadly passed away last night.
"There are not enough words to describe how much June was loved and adored by everyone at EastEnders, her loving warmth, wit and great humour will never be forgotten.
"June created one of the most iconic characters in Dot Cotton, not just in soap but in British television, and having appeared in 2884 episodes, June's remarkable performances created some of EastEnders finest moments. We send all our love and deepest sympathies to June's family and friends."
"A very bright light has gone out at EastEnders today but we shall all be raising a sweet sherry in June's memory. Rest in peace, our dearest June. You will never be forgotten," it went on.
In the wake of the heartbreaking news, some of June's EastEnders co-stars have paid their respects to the soap legend.
Gillian Taylforth said: "I’m truly heartbroken by this news. June Brown OBE, MBE, was an amazing woman and a truly wonderful actress. I shared many scenes with her over the years and she was always someone I looked up to and learnt from."
"There will never be another June Brown and I’m sending all my love to her family," she added.
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Meanwhile, Adam Woodyatt wrote: "I’m lost for words, something June never was. So many memories, so much fun. Just purely and simply an incredible woman who had the most incredible life and career, I was fortunate to have shared a small part of it.
"They never made you a Dame (we did try), but to me you will always be Dame Brown."
Danny Hatchard went on to recall an amusing conversation he had with June before her passing.
He wrote on Twitter: "Me: Alright June! June: Who’s that, come closer, me eyes are gone! Me: It’s Danny-Boy! June: Oh Danny-Boy, I’ve been meaning to tell you. You look much fatter on Tele dear."
Danny added: "What an honour to have known and worked with such an Icon. Rest easy wonderful Lady."
Dozens of EastEnders fans have also paid tribute to the legendary actress, who first appeared on the BBC soap in 1985.
"June Brown was nothing short of a legend. We’ve lost a true national treasure," wrote one person.
"RIP to the LEGEND June Brown. Loved a drink, loved a fag, hope she has plenty of both up there from now on," added another soap fan.
"Very sad news about June Brown. She is an icon, a legend and one of the cornerstones of Albert Square. Off camera, June Brown is a wonderful person and truly is amazing. My thoughts and prayers go to her family and friend," penned a third person.
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