Former EastEnders actor Mike Reid dies from ‘sudden’ heart attack

THE actor Mike Reid, most famous for his role as EastEnders’ Frank Butcher, has died of a heart attack at age 67.

Mon, 30 Jul, 2007 - 01:00

Tom Lowe

Reid first appeared on the soap in September 1987 and gave his last turn in December 2005.

He started out as a stand-up comedian in clubs and on cruise liners, before appearing in television shows such as Steptoe and Son, Doctor Who and Minder.

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