RIP Edward Hardwicke

[stilettov]

Just got the word from a tweet Mark Gatiss posted. There's a short announcement in The Stage:

"Edward Hardwicke, who played Dr Watson in the Granada television adaptation of Sherlock Holmes, starring Jeremy Brett, has died at the age of 78.

The son of the distinguished actor, Sir Cedric Hardwicke, he began his career playing three-weekly rep at the

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[landladyhudson]

Thank you, Sir! Rest in peace.

[ajat]

He always brought such a lot of life to every role he played :) that it is strange to think he is no more. RIP Edward Hardwicke.

[aerama]

That is sad. I have images of our Watson in my mind now. I think I'll have to get out the DVDs.

Your last sentence brought tears to my eyes!

Dear Edward.

[psidi_diane]

I was also very sad to learn of EH passing, but thought to myself,I bet JB was there to meet and greet him!
EH was such a kind and caring man, a real gentleman.
Rest in peace and God bless.
Diane.