Full Monty actor Tom Wilkinson dies aged 75

Family of Oscar-nominated British star announced his death on 30 December in a statement

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The Oscar-nominated British actor Tom Wilkinson, best known for his role in The Full Monty, has died aged 75, his family have announced. His death was confirmed in a statement shared by his agent on behalf of his family.

The statement read: It is with great sadness that the family of Tom Wilkinson announce that he died suddenly at home on 30 December. His wife and family were with him. The family asks for privacy at this time."