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English comedian, writer and actress (1963-2016)
Caroline Mary Aherne was an English actress, comedian and writer. She was best known for performing as the acerbic chat show host Mrs Merton, in various roles in The Fast Show, and as Denise in The Royle Family, a series which she co-wrote.Wikipedia
| Born | December 24, 1963 |
| Hometown | Ealing, United Kingdom |
| Spouse | Peter Hook (m 1994 - 1997) |
Top Stories
Sally Lindsay tells the real story of how she was cast in 'The Royle Family'
- Sally Lindsay tell the story of how she was cast in The Royle Family crediting her 'amazing agent' for putting on a night for casting directors that she paid for with a credit card.
Videos
Comedian Caroline Aherne Dies Of Cancer At 52
Comedian Caroline Aherne has died at the age of 52 after a battle with cancer, her publicist has said.
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MOVIES & TV SHOWS
Pound Shop Wars
0h 30min
2012
The Royle Family
0h 45min
1998
AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | British Academy of Film & Television Arts | Comedy Performance | The Royle Family | Nominated |
| 2000 | British Academy of Film & Television Arts | Comedy Performance | The Royle Family | Nominated |
| 1999 | British Academy of Film & Television Arts | Comedy Performance | The Royle Family | Nominated |
| 1997 | British Academy of Film & Television Arts | Light Entertainment Performance | The Mrs Merton Show | Nominated |
| 1996 | British Academy of Film & Television Arts | Light Entertainment Performance | The Mrs Merton Show | Nominated |