The show introduced a delightful ensemble, including Molly Sugden as the iconic Mrs. Betty Slocombe, known for her colorful hair and witty metaphors. Sugden, who portrayed the character from the age of 50, passed away in 2009 at 86, leaving behind a legacy as one of British television’s cherished comedians. John Inman, who played the flamboyant Mr. Humphries, became a comedic icon before his death in 2007 at 71.