Dame Patricia Routledge, the unforgettable Hyacinth Bucket from the beloved sitcom Keeping Up Appearances, has died aged 96. Tributes have flooded in for the legendary actress whose portrayal of the snobbish social climber left a lasting mark on British comedy.
Iconic Role as Hyacinth Bucket
The hit BBC show ran for five series from 1990 to 1995, following the hilarious antics of Hyacinth—famous for her pretentious pronunciation of “Bouquet”—as she desperately tried to climb the social ladder. In 2001, Keeping Up Appearances was named one of Channel 4’s Greatest 100 sitcoms of all time.
Fans and colleagues alike continue to share fond memories and pay respects to a true icon of British entertainment.
