Jennifer Saunders and Ricky Gervais have led a host of warm tributes to Victoria Wood, who died at the age of 62 earlier today (April 20).
The comedian, who was known for shows including Dinnerladies and Pat and Margaret, passed away following a short battle with cancer.
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Saunders described Wood as "truly an inspiration":
Gervais celebrated her "innovative, funny and down to earth" way, while Dyer revealed that Wood was his "first major crush".
Tributes have been flooding in from across the entertainment world and beyond - including prime minister David Cameron and Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn. Read a selection below:












