Vincent Friell dead at 64: Tributes to Still Game & Trainspotting star
STILL GAME and Trainspotting star Vincent Friell has died aged 64.
The actor’s agent confirmed he passed away.
Vincent starred in several iconic creations of Scottish film and TV.
The Glasgow-born star shot to fame for his role as Will, one-half of the tour-bus robbing Edinburgh duo in the legendary film Restless Natives.
He also went on to star as Diane’s Father in the iconic film Trainspotting.
The star returned to Glasgow for a role in Still Game, where he played Craiglang property developer Chris who planned to shut down The Clansman in the episode “Who’s The Daddy”.
Former radio presenter Ronnie McGhie shared a touching tribute to the star.
He said: “I’m totally shocked to hear that Scottish actor Vincent Friell has passed away.
“He was in many programmes, but it’s his performance in the movie Restless Natives that he’ll be remembered for. A wonderful film.
“My thoughts are with his family and friends. Vincent, you shall be missed.”
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