Felicity Kendal Reflects on Grief After Losing Co-Star (and We’re All Feeling It)

Well, this one is really tugging at the heartstrings. Felicity Kendal, the last shining star of the beloved sitcom The Good Life, has officially entered the chat with some deeply poignant reflections following the heartbreaking loss of her co-star, who sadly passed away at 86 after a fierce battle with cancer. Felicity, now 79, is reportedly feeling that tsunami of grief hit harder than a freight train these days.

Let’s be honest here—watching friends and fellow actors drop like flies is enough to make anyone take a long, hard look at their own life choices. Felicity candidly shared that her address book has shrunk considerably (YIKES, can we say a little dramatic?), but she’s determined to seize the day and make the most of the time she has left. Because really, what else can you do when the alternative is just… not so fun?

She’s got this vibe where she’s all like, ‘Hey, once the grief waves crash, it’s time to stop sweating the small stuff because guess what? You’re still here, honey!’ Can I get an AMEN for that? Felicity reminisced about those sweet Sunday dinners with her co-stars, recalling that they were so close they could practically read each other’s minds. Blessed moments, indeed.

While we’re here clutching our pearls and wishing we could tell this icon to treat herself to some chamomile tea and a good therapy session, she’s here reminding us all to live a little. It’s a complex blend of heartache and inspiration, and honestly, who doesn’t need that right now?

—Mimi