The comedian and impersonator Mike Yarwood has died aged 82, the Royal Variety Charity has announced.

Yarwood became a household name in the 1960s and 1970s with his impressions of politicians and other celebrities.

He spent his later years at the Royal Variety Charity’s Brinsworth House, in Twickenham, south-west London, and died in hospital on Friday.

Yarwood was born on June 14 1941 in Bredbury, Cheshire, and was a lifelong supporter of Stockport County football club.

Yarwood was a household name in the 1960s and 1970s with his impressions of politicians and other celebrities{ai:summary}<p>Comedian and impersonator Mike Yarwood, famous for his political and celebrity impressions, has died at age 82. He spent his later years at a charity's facility and was a devoted fan of Stockport County football club. #entertainment</p>

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