Diane Langton, the beloved actress known for her roles in “Hollyoaks” and “Only Fools and Horses,” has passed away at 77 after a brief illness. With over 60 years in entertainment, she became well-known for portraying Nana McQueen in “Hollyoaks” since 2007 and for playing June Snell, Del Boy’s girlfriend, in the iconic sitcom. Born in Somerset, Langton began her career in dance and appeared in the classic “Carry On” films and other notable series, including “Heartbeat” and “EastEnders.” Her career legacy is cherished by fans and colleagues alike.
Former Hollyoaks and Only Fools and Horses star Diane Langton has died at the age of 77, sources confirmed on Wednesday.
A popular actress with a career spanning more than 60 years in television and movies has passed away after a short battle with illness.
On Wednesday afternoon, her representatives issued a short statement acknowledging, “We are saddened to announce that Diane Langton passed away this morning.”
“Diane has had a rich and remarkable career appearing on stage, film and television, including playing the iconic Nana McQueen in Hollyoaks from 2007 to present.
“Diane trained at the Corona Academy and began her professional career as a dancer, touring with ballet companies across Europe and appearing in shows such as That Was the Week That Was and the London Palladium. I also appeared in it,” he added.
Langton had a prolific career before endearing herself to a younger generation of fans as Nana in Channel 4’s teen soap Hollyoaks.
Former Hollyoaks and Only Fools and Horses star Diane Langton has died at the age of 77, sources confirmed on Wednesday (pictured as Hollyoaks’ Marlena ‘Nana’ McQueen)
Langton is best known for playing Derek Del Boy Trotter’s girlfriend June Snell in two episodes of the iconic BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses.
The actress first appeared in 2007 as the sassy pink matriarch and remained on the show for two years before quitting in 2009.
She ultimately reprized the role in 2012 and left the role for a second time in 2023, but returned this year.
Langton is best known for playing Derek Del Boy Trotter’s girlfriend June Snell in two episodes of the iconic BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses in 1985 and 1986.
Born in Somerset, she began her career with an uncredited role as a schoolgirl in the 1959 classic Carry on Teacher, co-starring British acting greats Charles Hawtrey and Kenneth Williams. .
As she established herself throughout the 1970s, she landed more prominent roles in the British comedy Percy’s Progress, the popular sitcom Rag Trade, and the sex farce Confessions of a Pop Performer.
Langton would also return to the Carry On series in 1975’s Carry On Laughing and 1976’s Carry On England.
Other memorable television appearances include playing Ruby Rowan in the long-running ITV drama Heartbeat and six episodes of EastEnders.
Fans of the BBC drama will remember Langton from 1998-99, when she played Bev Williams, Cindy Beale’s mother.
Langton starred in three Carry On films, including 1976’s Carry On England (pictured, far right)
Establishing herself throughout the 1970s, she also appeared on the television sitcom The Rag Trade (pictured)
In 1995, Langton returned to television roles, this time appearing in the long-running ITV drama Heartbeat (pictured).
The actress is pictured as Private Alice Easy in the 70s comedy Carry On England
