Jean Boht - finest identified for taking part in Nellie Boswell in sitcom Bread - has died aged 91, her household mentioned.

"It is with overwhelming sadness that we must announce that Jean Boht passed away yesterday," her household mentioned in an announcement.

"Jean had been battling vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease with the indefatigable spirit for which she was both beloved and renowned.

"She was a resident at Denville Hall, the house for members of the theatrical occupation."

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