Tributes as actor Maurice dies, 83

VETERAN actor Maurice Roeves has died at the age of 83, his agent revealed.

The Scots star, who played Vince Diver in Tutti Frutti, Stotz in the classic series of Doctor Who and Colonel Munro in Michael Mann’s film The Last Of The Mohicans, was most recently seen in the BBC One drama The Nest.

A statement from his agent Lovett Logan said: “It is with great sadness that we can confirm the passing of our wonderful client.

“Maurice had a hugely successful career in both theatre and screen which spanned several decades.

“He was loved by his legions of fans for many of his performances.”

It added: “Maurice loved nothing more than being on set with his fellow actors and worked right up until the end.

“As well as being a truly dedicated and gifted actor, he was also a real gentleman and a delight to have as a client.”

Roeves also appeared in Eastenders, Vanity Fair, Casualty and Holby City.