Who was Hi-de-Hi actress Ruth Madoc and how many children does she have? | The Sun

RUTH Madoc died at the age of 79 on December 9, 2022 after surgery on injuries sustained during a fall.

Madoc was a popular figure on television throughout her career, and also had a high-profile marriage. So who was Ruth Madoc and what do we know about her?

Who was Hi-de-Hi actress Ruth Madoc?

Ruth Madoc was a British actress and singer, best known for her role as Gladys Pugh in BBC comedy Hi-de-Hi.

The show was set in a 1950's holiday camp, and ran from 1980 to 1988.

Madoc's character played a yellowcoat at the fictional Maplin's holiday camp for nine series.

She also appeared in various film productions, such as the Fiddler on the roof.

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She appeared in guest roles in her later career, including on shows such as comedies Little Britain and Benidorm, as well as BBC hospital drama Casualty.

Who was Ruth Madoc's husband Philip Madoc?

Philip Madoc was a Welsh actor, known for appearing in many roles TV, in film and on stage.

He appeared as former British Prime Minister David Lloyd George in the BBC drama The life and times of David Lloyd George in 1981, detailing the story of the last Liberal Democrat leader of the UK.

He appeared as a U-boat captain in an episode of BBC war comedy Dad's army, named "The deadly attachment."

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A particular scene from the episode, where Madoc's character demands to know the name of the British officers, has gone down in comedy folklore.

The line of questioning prompted Arthur Lowe's character Captain Mainwaring to shout, "Don't tell him Pike!" at his colleague Private Pike, is regarded as one of the greatest comedy moments on British television.

Madoc married wife Ruth in 1961 and were married for 20 years. They divorced in 1981.

How many children does Ruth Madoc have and what are their names?

Ruth Madoc has two children from her previous marriage to Philip Madoc. Their names are Rhys and Lowri.

Lowri Madoc is a children's book author, and also works in theatre management.

Rhys Madoc has previously appeared in a documentary about the career of his father.

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