Coronation Street & Emmerdale star Tony Peers dies aged 78 as tributes for ‘legendary’ actor pour in

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A CORONATION Street actor has tragically died aged 78.

Tony Peers appeared in the ITV drama as three different characters during his career.

Headshot of Tony Peers smiling.
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Tony Peers has sadly passed away after a long entertainment career[/caption]
Black and white photo of villagers protesting a convoy of lorries arriving in Emmerdale.
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Peers seen in an episode of Emmerdale[/caption]
Tony Peers in Coronation Street.
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Tony Peers played Gary Mallett's dad in Coronation street[/caption]

He played the part of a delivery man, a junk dealer and later Peter Mallett, Gary Mallett's dad.

Born in Wigan, Peers appeared on Corrie in 1994, 1995, and 1999.

He went on to become a stand-up comedian and appeared in both films and a number of television shows including Emmerdale.

His company announced he has sadly passed away.

They wrote: "It is with great sadness that we announce that Scarborough showbiz legend Tony Peers has taken his final bow.

"Our wonderful producer, manager and friend sadly fell asleep for the last time in the early hours of this morning.

"All at Tony Peers Limited are devastated by this news and in Tony's words 'the show must go on.'

"We will be continuing to lead all future productions and keeping Tony's pantomime legacy alive across the country for years to come."

 Scarborough Spa added: "Everyone at the Scarborough Spa is saddened to hear of the passing of Tony Peers.

Tony, who was involved in over 2,500 shows at the Spa as a performer, director, and latterly as producer of the famous Spa summer shows and Christmas pantomimes, passed away peacefully this morning surrounded by family and friends."

Richard Whiteley and Tony Peers toasting with champagne.
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Former Countdown host Richard Whiteley and Tony Peers pictured in 2000[/caption]

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