Former Crossroads Actress Charmian Abrahams Killed in Road Accident

The 96-year-old actress, known for her role as Mavis Hooper, was struck by a delivery van in Birmingham; police investigation underway.

Charmian Abrahams, a former actress best known for her role as Mavis Hooper in the British soap opera Crossroads, was struck and killed by a delivery van in Harborne, Birmingham.
The 96-year-old actress had a long career in stage and screen, working with renowned theatrical figures such as Sir Noël Coward, Albert Finney, and Sir Ian McKellen.
The West Midlands Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit is currently investigating the circumstances of the accident.
Abrahams' family released a statement describing her as a 'much-loved aunt and great-aunt and a dear friend to many,' and expressing their devastation at her sudden and tragic death.
Abrahams was active in the entertainment industry for many years, touring with different stage companies, and her role as Mavis Hooper in Crossroads, which ran from 1981 to 1985, contributed significantly to her fame.