Tributes as comedian Victoria Wood dies, aged 62

The world of comedy is paying tribute to Victoria Wood, who has died of cancer aged 62, with many stars citing her as an inspiration.

James Corden said: “I’ll always feel incredibly grateful that I got to see Victoria Wood on TV and in theatres. She was so brilliantly talented. What a sad day.”

Ricky Gervais wrote: “RIP the brilliant Victoria Wood. So innovative, funny, and down-to-earth. This has not been a good year.”