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Barry Fantoni

  • Actor and writer

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Writer and cartoonist Barry Fantoni dies at home aged 85

BBC presenter Barry Fantoni has died at home, as Ian Hislop has paid tribute to the "brilliant writer, artist and musician".

Barry, who was also a revered cartoonist and script writer, died from a heart attack aged 85 on 20th May, it has been confirmed.

Nicole Cherruault, The Sun, 22nd May 2025

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