Australian actor Penny Cook, who starred in the TV drama series A Country Practice, has died aged 61.
Key points:
- Cook starred in multiple Australian TV dramas including The Flying Doctors
- She also spent a number of years as a presenter on The Great Outdoors
- She died 'peacefully' surrounded by family last night
In a statement released via her management company, Cook's family said she died of cancer last night.
Cook first appeared on Australian TV screens in the soap series The Restless Years, before she played veterinarian Vicky Dean in A Country Practice from 1981 to 1985.
She was also known for her work on Australian drama The Flying Doctors, and spent a number of years as a presenter on The Great Outdoors.
In the statement, Cook's family said their "beloved partner, mother, daughter, sister and dear friend" died peacefully.
"The family wish to express their thanks for all messages of condolence forwarded to them," the statement said.
A private cremation will be held for the actor, with a celebration of her life to be announced at a later date.
More to come.
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