British actress Wendy Richard passed away recently after another brave battle with cancer. Known to some Americans as "Miss Brahms" from Are You Being Served? Richard also played Pauline Fowler on EastEnders, my favorite series of all time. As an original character from the series dating back to 1987, those of us who have followed the show from the beginning thought of Pauline as almost an extended family member. Pauline and the love of her life, husband Arthur, are pictured here. Richard left EastEnders in 2006 over creative differences with writers regarding the proposed remarriage of Pauline. She will be dearly missed.
Having spent 10 years working in department stores, Are You Being Served was a favorite of mine. Ms. Brahms was a great character, a strong single woman - and part of a great ensemble cast. I never saw an episode of Eastenders since I prefer comedies, but I'm sure if you enjoy it so much that it is a fantastic program.
ReplyDeleteI wonder how many from the cast of AYBS are still with us?