Actor John Savident, best known for his iconic role as butcher Fred Elliott in the long-running British soap opera Coronation Street, has passed away at the age of 86.
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His agent confirmed the news in a statement, expressing sadness over the loss of the beloved actor: “We are sad to announce the death of the actor John Savident who died on Wednesday 21st February. He was a much-loved husband and father of two and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.