Shamed BBC star Chris Langham dies after hidden health battle

ShowbizBbcThis is a breaking news story...13:22, 03 Sep 2026Updated 13:29, 03 Sep 2026Chris Langham has passed awayThe Thick of It star and convicted paedophile Chris Langham has passed away aged 77.‌This follows a private battle with pancreatic cancer. The disgraced star, whose successful acting career came crashing down after he was jailed for child sex offences, passed away almost three months ago.‌Langham's death was revealed by The Times, with his family understood to have kept his illness private. His second wife, theatre director Chrissie, remained by his side through the years following his conviction. He is survived by Chrissie and their children Emily and James, while he also had older children from his first marriage to actress Sue Jones-Davies.‌Chris Langham died age 77(Image: