Former 'Coronation Street' actress Sophiya Haque, who played Rovers Return barmaid Poppy Morales, has died aged 41.
She was diagnosed with cancer just two weeks ago, according to her partner David White.
Haque... on set in Coronation Street
She played mouthy barmaid Poppy from December 2008 to June 2009, and had been appearing in West End production 'Privates on Parade' up until Christmas.
The show's director Michael Grandage said: “We are all devastated by Sophiya Haque's sudden passing. She was a true force of nature and her glorious performance as Sylvia in 'Privates on Parade' is one that will be remembered with great joy.
“A spirited lady, she lived life to the full, and her presence in the theatre will be sorely missed. The company would like to dedicate the remaining performances to her memory.”
Stuart Piper, managing director of Haque's talent agency Cole Kitchenn, added: “Sophiya was one of the most inspirational people I ever met.
“On stage, it was like you were watching her in close-up even if you were sat at the back of the stalls, such was her star presence and charisma. I am so desperately sad that she has been lost to the world at such a tragically young age, but feel blessed to have known her.”
She had also starred in the premiere production of 'Bombay Dreams' with Andrew Lloyd-Webber, a number of Bollywood movies, and in 'Wanted', opposite Angeline Jolie and James McAvoy.
She was diagnosed with cancer just two weeks ago, according to her partner David White.
Haque... on set in Coronation Street She played mouthy barmaid Poppy from December 2008 to June 2009, and had been appearing in West End production 'Privates on Parade' up until Christmas.
The show's director Michael Grandage said: “We are all devastated by Sophiya Haque's sudden passing. She was a true force of nature and her glorious performance as Sylvia in 'Privates on Parade' is one that will be remembered with great joy.
“A spirited lady, she lived life to the full, and her presence in the theatre will be sorely missed. The company would like to dedicate the remaining performances to her memory.”
Stuart Piper, managing director of Haque's talent agency Cole Kitchenn, added: “Sophiya was one of the most inspirational people I ever met.
“On stage, it was like you were watching her in close-up even if you were sat at the back of the stalls, such was her star presence and charisma. I am so desperately sad that she has been lost to the world at such a tragically young age, but feel blessed to have known her.”
She had also starred in the premiere production of 'Bombay Dreams' with Andrew Lloyd-Webber, a number of Bollywood movies, and in 'Wanted', opposite Angeline Jolie and James McAvoy.
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