Beloved actress Prunella Scales has died at 93, passing peacefully at her London home after a long battle with vascular dementia. Surrounded by family, she was reportedly still watching the sitcom that made her a household name. Scales worked for nearly seven decades in film, stage, and television, but earned lasting fame as the sharp-witted Sybil Fawlty in Fawlty Towers, a role that secured her place in British comedy history.

Though best known for humor, she also excelled in dramatic roles, earning critical acclaim and award nominations throughout her career. Married for more than 60 years to actor Timothy West, she faced her illness with dignity and support. Tributes call her a national treasure—celebrated for her wit, warmth, and unforgettable presence.