Actor from Popular Kid's Show, Dies at 52 After Freezing To Death In The Street
By KyleStevens-
News was just revealed that Simon Barnes died at the age of 52. Barnes was an actor on the iconic children's show, “Teletubbies.” He played the role as the lovable Tinky Winky. Unfortunately Barnes passed away due to hypothermia after being found in the street.
Image credit: (Foto: Instagram / BBC)
Before Barnes began acting, he was a dancer and choreographer. Once he was blessed with the opportunity to replace actor Dave Thompson on the Teletubbies, he chose to switch to acting.
He said, “I started my career as a ballet dancer and had just started working as a choreographer. I thought it was a bit of a risky move but it certainly paid off. We used to receive a lot of fan mail from kids and parents. I suppose we were a bit like the Beatles or that Take That of children’s television.”
Barnes was loved and cared about my many, not just because of the joy he gave to the thousands and thousands of children around the world via his acting. He was also loved for his happy, genuine, and loving spirit.
Simon Shelton Barnes was a trained dancer. Picture: Facebook
After his passing, his family members came out to speak about his early death.
Barnes’ niece, “Inbetweeners” actress Emily Atack, said, “My wonderful uncle Simon Barnes has been taken from us all so suddenly. The kindest and most talented man you could ever wish to meet. Loved by all who knew him, and will be forever. X.”
Barnes’ daughter said, “I love you so much Dad…always have, always will. The most beautiful man in the world.”
Barnes’ actor son Henry said, “I lost my lovely dad on Wednesday, he was the kindest and most gentle man I knew and I love him more than anything!!!!”
He continued, “I always used to be embarrassed as a child that he was a dancer and an actor but now I couldn’t be more proud! He is in a better place now and I know he wouldn’t want me to be sad, so I’m going to live my life the way he would want me to.”
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Sadly, Barnes passed away only four days after his 52nd birthday.
Independent reports that his funeral for will take place on February 7. To celebrate his colorful and joyful life, attendees are being asked to wear bright colors in his memory.
Please pray for his family and friends during this difficult time.
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