Coronation Street actress Liz Dawn, who played Vera Duckworth in the soap for more than 30 years, has died. Her family said they were "devastated and heartbroken" after the death of the "incredible" 77-year-old. They added: "She has been the love, light and inspiration in our lives and we are bereft at her passing." Dawn died at her home, surrounded by her family, on Monday night, according to a statement from ITV.

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The funeral of former Coronation Street actress Liz Dawn is to be held at Salford Cathedral next Friday.

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Coronation Street stars past and present are paying their final respects at the funeral of Liz Dawn, one of the soap's best-loved actresses. Dawn, who played Vera Duckworth in the ITV soap for more than 30 years, died last week at the age of 77. A Requiem Mass is taking place at Salford Cathedral on Friday and will be followed by a private family committal. Sean Wilson, who played Martin Platt, told BBC Breakfast the service was a celebration of her life. "She was great, great fun, and I think that needs to be celebrated," he said. "The character was very much loved by the British public."

I didn't know of her, but she sounds much beloved, that she touched many.  Sad to hear of her loss.

R.I.P. Liz Dawn

I didn't know of her, but she sounds much beloved, that she touched many.  Sad to hear of her loss.

R.I.P. Liz Dawn
The program she starred if "Coronation Street" is one of the most viewed programs in the UK. She is loved by her fans.