Only Fools and Horses and EastEnders star Peter Heppelthwaite dies aged 59

London-born actor Peter Heppelthwaite died on Saturday at the age of 59 (Picture: Limitless Academy)

EastEnders and Only Fools and Horses star Peter Heppelthwaite has died at the age of 59.

The London-born actor was best known for starring in the TV shows The Green Green Grass, Screen One and Coupling.

His acting agency Apollo Artist Management shared a statement on their official Instagram account, confirming that he died on Saturday.

The post read: ‘We are heartbroken to share the sad news that our wonderful client and friend, Peter Heppelthwaite, passed away yesterday.

‘Peter was a hugely gifted actor, di...