Ken Dodd's Wife, Anne, Thanks Fans And Wellwishers For 'Overwhelming' Support

'I keep telling myself, he'll always be with me.'

Comedian Ken Dodd’s wife, Anne, has spoken about the loss of her husband earlier this month, revealing she’s been “overwhelmed” by the support shown to her by the nation.

The legendary British entertainer died last week at the age of 90, just days after leaving hospital, where he had been treated for a chest infection.

Anne and Ken at Buckingham Palace, following his knighthood
Anne and Ken at Buckingham Palace, following his knighthood
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Speaking about the loss of her husband, with whom she was in a relationship for more than 40 years, Anne told The Mirror: Ken had a wonderful life. I just didn’t want it to end.

Tributes to Ken Dodd paid in Liverpool
Tributes to Ken Dodd paid in Liverpool
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Ken performed his final show, in his hometown of Liverpool, at the tail-end of last year, with a funeral set to take place at the city’s Anglican Cathedral on 28 March.

Following the news of Ken’s death, a number of celebrities paid tribute to the late comedian, including Ant and Dec, David Walliams and Sandi Toksvig.

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