The hit BBC show debuted in 2001.

She is the long-term partner of comedian Ricky Gervais.

The writer, who is the partner of comedian Ricky Gervais, announced earlier this month that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer.

The writer, 65, who is also the long-term partner of comedian Ricky Gervais, is known for penning Getting Rid Of Matthew and Faking Friends.

The death of Vislor Antilly was announced earlier this year.