TV and soap star Roberta Taylor has passed away age 76. The actress was famed for portraying Irene Raymond in EastEnders as well as Gina Gold in The Bill.

Roberta, who had emphysema, suffered a fall two months ago which led to an infection. Her underlying ill health was worsened by a bout of pneumonia, The Guardian reports.

The actress was also known for her roles in Bleak House, Casualty, Doctors, Silent Witness and more.