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Penelope Keith, star of classic British sitcom 'The Good Life,' dies at 86

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Associated Press, as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · June 29, 2026 · 1 min read

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A British actress has passed away at the age of 86. She was known for her roles in several sitcoms. Her family has released some information about her death. The actress had been diagnosed with a serious illness. She died at her home, which is located near London. Further details about her life and career are available from KSAT 12, a local news source in San Antonio.

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Category: local · Published: June 29, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Penelope Keith, star of classic British sitcom 'The Good Life,' dies at 86

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