Richard Wilson has cancelled his Edinburgh Festival Fringe show reviving his acclaimed sitcom character Victor Meldrew after suffering a heart attack. He was due to perform I Don’t Believe It! An Evening With Richard Wilson at the Assembly Roxy for 12 nights from August 16 – 21.

His agent has confirmed that he is in a stable condition in hospital in London.

The show's promoters confirmed the cancellation in a statement: "Due to ill health, Richard Wilson has taken the decision to take some time out. He is sorry to have to disappoint those hoping to see him in Edinburgh. We hope to plan further shows for later in the year."

The 80-year-old actor first appeared as Meldrew in 1990 and the BBC One series went on to run for six series, winning the Bafta for Best Comedy in 1992. Wilson won individual Baftas for his performance in 1992 and 1994.

Ticketholders should contact the venue re: refunds.