Actress and presenter Kym Marsh, who also appeared in Coronation Street, said: Sleep tight beautiful Barbara Windsor. A screen icon, a legend, genuine, funny and kind. It was an honour to have known you. You will be missed by so many. Sending much love to Scott and all of their family and friends.
Dan Keane
DIANE PARISH PAYS TRIBUTE
Diane Parish, who played Denise Fox in EastEnders, paid tribute to Dame Barbara Windsor in a statement: Our dearest friend and colleague has passed and left a hole, not only on our screens, but in our nation that cannot be filled.