Ian Lavender Dies: ‘Dad’s Army’ Star Who Played Private Frank Pike In Beloved BBC Sitcom Was 77

Ian Lavender, the last remaining cast member of beloved BBC sitcom Dad’s Army, has died. He was 77.

An X statement from the official Dad’s Army Radio Show announced that Lavender, who played Private Frank Pike in the sitcom that ran for a decade, ending in 1977, had died on Friday.

“We are deeply saddened to hear the passing of the wonderful, Ian Lavender,” said the post. “In what truly marks the end of an era, Ian was the last surviving member of the Dad’s Army main cast. His wonderful performance as Private Frank Pike will live on for decades to come.”

The statement added that Lavender, who reprized his role in the 2016 Dad’s Army movie and whose other work included EastEnders, Parsley Sidings and Rising Damp, “leaves behind a legacy of laughter enjoyed by millions.” It said it would dedicate this year’s Dad’s Army tour to Lavender’s memory.

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