Tributes have flooded in for Dame Patricia Routledge after the Keeping Up Appearances star died aged 96. Her agent has issued a statement to confirm the sad news of her death. Dame Patricia’s agent said: “We are deeply saddened to confirm the passing of Dame Patricia Routledge, who died peacefully in her sleep this morning surrounded by love. “Even at 96-years old, Dame Patricia’s passion for her work and for connecting with live audiences never waned, just as new generations of audiences have continued to find her through her beloved television roles. “She will be dearly missed by those closest to her and by her devoted admirers around the world.” The ECHO will be sharing all the tributes to Dame Patricia's incredible legacy