Now, Prunella Scales — the beloved British actress best known for her unforgettable role as Sybil Fawlty in the iconic sitcom — has passed away.
Watching Fawlty Towers will never feel the same after receiving the heartbreaking news that Prunella Scales is no longer with us.

The beloved British actress who brought wit, warmth, and razor-sharp humor to the role of Sybil Fawlty in the timeless sitcom Fawlty Towers, has died at the age of 93.

Her family confirmed that the legendary performer passed away “peacefully at home in London,” surrounded by love, according to BBC.
Her sons, Samuel and Joseph, said in a statement:

“Our darling mother Prunella Scales died peacefully at home in London yesterday. She was 93. Although dementia forced her retirement from a remarkable acting career of nearly 70 years, she continued to live at home.”