The Peaky Blinders solid has misplaced certainly one of their very own.
Benjamin Zephaniah—who performed Jeremiah Jesus on the collection—has handed away on the age of 65.
“It is with great sadness and regret that we announce the death of our beloved Husband, Son and Brother in the early hours of this morning the 7th December 2023,” a publish shared to his Instagram account learn. “Benjamin was diagnosed with a brain tumor 8 weeks ago.”
The message famous that Zephaniah’s spouse was “by his side throughout” his well being battle and on the time of his passing.
“We shared him with the world,” the publish continued, “and we know many will be shocked and saddened by this news.”
Calling Zephaniah a “true pioneer and innovator” who “gave the world so much,” the message then mirrored on his life and profession.
“Via an incredible profession together with an enormous a physique of poems, literature, music, television and radio, Benjamin leaves us with a joyful and incredible legacy,” it added. “Thank you for the love you have shown Professor Benjamin Zephaniah.”
