Barry Chuckle, real name Barry Elliott, of comedy duo The Chuckle Brothers has died. He was 73.

His manager said: "It is with great sadness that the family announce that Barry passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his wife Ann and all his family. The family would like to express their thanks to the many people who have been fans of the Chuckle Brothers and they know that they will share in part the great, great loss they feel."