James Laurenson, the British actor whose 50-year career included roles in Coronation Street, Midsomer Murders and The Crown, had died. He was 84.

Coronation Street star James Laurenson, renowned for his long-standing career in TV and film, has sadly passed away at the age of 84. Laurenson boasted an impressive five-decade career, with notable appearances in Coronation Street,

Coronation Street and The Crown legend James Laurenson has died aged 84 after a 50-year career. He first appeared in the long-running soap in 1968 as the Reverend Peter Hope.

The Crown’ star James Laurenson has died at the age of 84. The actor, who was born in New Zealand but moved to the U.K. in the mid-1960s, starred as Doctor Weir in the Netflix series about the British royal family and his agent has confirmed his passing.