FAREWELL KEITH
Last photo of Keith from The Office star Ewen MacIntosh taken just weeks on from his final After Life cameo
The star revealed at the time he was in hospital and suffering though 'bad times'
COMEDY legend Ewen MacIntosh was last seen in a heartbreaking post on social media before his death.
Tributes have poured in since news broke today The Office star, 50, had passed away peacefully.
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The actor last posted publicly on February 6, 2022 on X/Twitter.
Fans were concerned for the star after he revealed he was in hospital and suffering though "bad times" amid his health battle.
At the time the star was sent several messages from well-wishers, with talkSPORT's Max Rushden telling him: "Sending you all the best mate x."
Actress Holli Dempsey, who also appeared in After Life, added: "Sending love and healing vibes to ya Ewen xx."
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A month before the announcement, After Life fans were thrilled to see MacIntosh make a cameo appearance in the show.
The actor, beloved for his portrayal of Keith Bishop in The Office alongside Ricky Gervais, turned up briefly in the third episode.
His character in After Life - also created by Gervais - was simply listed as “Buffet Man” in the end credits and was left fuming after being banned from an all-you-can-eat restaurant.
The role was a nice little nod to Keith, an accounts worker famed for his mundane office chats and love of Scotch eggs, and it sent fans into overdrive.
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Taking to Twitter, one wrote: “OMG, KEITH FROM THE OFFICE SHOWS UP IN AFTER LIFE S3”.
A second added: “Keith from the Office in the trailer for Afterlife series 3…can it get any better!”
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A third commented: “Good to see Keith from The Office making an appearance in season 3 of After Life”.
'An absolute original'
It comes as the comedy icon's management confirmed his tragic death in a statement this morning.
A spokesperson from JustRight Management wrote: "With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved comedy genius Ewen MacIntosh.
"His family thank all who supported him, especially Willow Green Care Home.
"There will be a private cremation for family & close friends soon & a celebratory memorial later in the year."
Tributes have flooded in for the star led by Ricky Gervais.
He wrote: "Extremely sad news.
"The very funny and very lovely Ewen MacIntosh, known to many as 'Big Keith' from The Office, has passed away.
"An absolute original. RIP."
It comes as...
- Ricky Gervais shared an emotional tribute to his co-star
- Ewen had opened up about his health battles previously
- Devastated fans vow to have a Scotch egg in the actor's honour
- A final photo of Ewen was taken just weeks on from his After Life cameo
His pal Ed Scott also shared a heartfelt tribute and wrote: "I am completely devastated by the loss of my very good friend Ewen MacIntosh.
"He may have had a famous face known by millions as Keith from The Office but the person inside is what I will most remember."
Mr Scott, the CEO of Dodged A Bullet Music, added: "Ewen was so full of empathy, kindness, and integrity and above all a really good man.
"Sending love to his parents Sara and Ewen Sr, his brother Colin and his family, as well as his many friends and fans."
Fans of The Office have flooded social media with tributes.
One wrote: "Very sad news today about the passing of Ewen MacIntosh.
"Will always be fondly remembered firstly as a great guy, but also as a key part of the greatest British sitcom of all time. An excellent legacy to leave. RIP"
While another said: "Ewen MacIntosh will forever be a legend."
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During his time on The Office, Ewen's deadpan accountant Keith became a hit thanks to a string of comedy moments - including dressing as Ali G.
He also described his weakness on a staff appraisal as “eczema” and was famed for an iconic Scotch egg scene.
The star remained, despite a number of staff changes at the fictional Wernham Hogg paper firm, until its last episode in 2003.
In an interview with Vice in 2021, the actor joked he had no idea why Scotch eggs were chosen as his character's favourite food.
He said: "The props guy nipped out and bought them last minute."
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As well as After Life he also appeared in an episode of Come Dine With Me in 2020 alongside Charlotte Crosby and Dawn Ward.
The actor previously featured in Miranda, Little Britain and performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2007.
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