Fenella Fielding death: Carry On star dies aged 90 after suffering a stroke

Carry On star Fenella Fielding has died aged 90 after suffering a stroke.

Fielding, who enjoyed a show business career spanning seven decades, suffered the stroke two weeks ago and died on Tuesday.

She appeared in two Carry On films - Carry On Regardless in 1961 and Carry On Screaming! In 1966 - and was awarded an OBE in Queen's Birthday Honours List this year.

In a statement, a spokeswoman for the actress said: "We are very sad to announce that Fenella Fielding OBE passed away this afternoon on Tuesday September 11.

"This follows a severe stroke two weeks ago. During that time, she has been very comfortable and always looked tranquil and divine. And always wearing her eyelashes!

"Miss Fielding was an incredible talent. That voice! A unique woman, much loved by family, friends and fans. She will be missed tremendously."