According to The Mirror, George’s family have confirmed he died at a nursing home on 16 November. His cause of death is currently unknown. During his career, George held a recurring role as businessman Willie Piggott in ITV’s Coronation Street from 1964-1971. The late actor is also widely known for playing caretaker Mr Griffiths in BBC series Grange Hill from 1985-1992.
Throughout his career, which spanned over three decades, he also starred in the likes of Casualty, Heartbeat, Avengers, The Saint, Steptoe and Son, Public Eye, Rising Damp and Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em.
George also appeared on the West End stage.
He starred as Geoffrey Fisher, the stern father in Billy Liar, in 1960.
He also starred in the sitcom for year from 1973.
The publication have stated George’s funeral will be held at Chichester Crematorium on Thursday December 6.
He is survived by his son Adam, who he had with his late-wife Shirley.
Fans of the star flocked to Twitter to pay a tribute to the late star.
One user commented: “Sad to hear of the recent death of actor George A Cooper.
“For decades George appeared in almost every show going as guest actor.
“A great character actor, reliable & always spot on with his performances.
“You may not have known his name, but you’d remember the face. RIP George.”
A second added: “Very sad news… #GeorgeACooper sadly passed away at 93 #GodBless A talented versatile actor.”
A third wrote: “Sad to hear of the passing of the very excellent George A Cooper.
“He was in so many of my favourites, including one the best episode of Sykes and the perfect ‘Bless This House’ film, in a wonderful duo with @Robin_Askwith.”
Another penned: “Saddened to hear of the death of character actor George A. Cooper. One of my favourite actors.”