Grange Hill star Nicholas Donnelly dies aged 83

Actor Nicholas Donnelly, known for his role as Mr MacKenzie in the children’s drama series Grange Hill, has died aged 83.

A fan account of Grange Hill paid tribute to Donnelly, writing: ‘It is my very sad duty to inform you that Nicholas Donnelly who played Mr MacKenzie sadly passed away this morning. RIP xxxx’ He also told the newspaper: ‘Jack was kind to everyone and very professional; he made the show a huge success and we were like a family because of him. We always had an end of season party and as soon as Jack walked in the room you noticed him; it was his charisma: you can’t define it, buy it or learn it – but he had it.’

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