Renowned actor Geoff Hinsliff, best known for his role as Don Brennan in the popular British soap opera Coronation Street, has passed away at the age of 86 after a brief illness. Hinsliff portrayed the character of Don Brennan, the on-screen husband of Ivy Tilsley, played by Lynne Perrie, and later became a formidable foe of Mike Baldwin, portrayed by Johnny Briggs, during his tenure on the show from 1987 to 1997.
In a statement released by the family, it was confirmed that Geoff Hinsliff passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. The statement highlighted his humble beginnings as a working-class boy from Leeds, who defied the odds by earning a scholarship to study at the prestigious RADA and ultimately joining the esteemed Royal Shakespeare Company. Throughout his life, Hinsliff remained a staunch believer in the transformative power of education, a passion instilled in him by an inspiring English teacher.
Revered actress Helen Worth, who is set to bid adieu to her iconic role as Gail Platt on Coronation Street after five decades, fondly remembered Hinsliff as a gentle and kind-hearted individual, whose partnership with Lynne Perrie on the show brought joy to viewers for many years. The chemistry and camaraderie between Hinsliff and Perrie resonated with audiences, making their on-screen relationship a memorable highlight of the series.
Geoffrey Hinsliff is survived by his wife Judith and their daughters Gaby and Sophie, who are left to cherish his legacy and the countless memories he created both on and off the screen.
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