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Roger Lloyd-Pack (aka Trigger) has died, aged 69

His agent told the BBC that he passed away last night.

BRITISH ACTOR ROGER Lloyd-Pack, who is best known for playing Trigger in Only Fools and Horses, has died.

He was 69 years old.

The London native passed away on Wednesday night. His agent confirmed to the BBC that he had died of pancreatic cancer.

As well as playing the road sweeper Trigger, he also appeared in the Vicar of Dibley as Owen Newitt.

He is survived by his actress daughter Emily Lloyd who starred in A River Runs Through It and Wish You Were Here.

Here is one of our favourite moments from the man himself:

(YouTube: BBC Comedy Greats)

The 5 greatest Trigger moments from Only Fools and Horses

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