Tony Slattery, beloved comedian known for Whose Line Is It Anyway?, has passed away at 65 after a heart attack
Tony was a familiar face on the Channel 4 show Whose Line Is It Anyway? back in the 80s and 90s. He appeared in 48 episodes, bringing laughter to many. He also acted in films like The Crying Game and Peter’s Friends.
Originally from Stonebridge, north London, Tony was a talented guy. He studied at Cambridge alongside big names like Emma Thompson and Hugh Laurie. He even led the Cambridge Footlights improv group.
Recently, he was busy touring a comedy show and had just launched a podcast called Tony Slattery’s Rambling Club. He was open about his struggles with bipolar disorder and had faced tough times, including bankruptcy.
In 2020, he made a documentary called What’s The Matter With Tony Slattery?, where he explored mood disorders and addiction. His journey was both inspiring and heartbreaking, showing his resilience through it all.
