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Ted Lasso star Anthony Head’s partner has died at the age of 61.
Animal rights campaigner Sarah Fisher lived near Bath with the Little Britain and Buffy the Vampire Slayer star, 71.
Her two daughters Emily and Daisy posted a tribute to their mum as they shared the sad news and called her ‘extraordinary, kind and talented’.
They said: ‘It is immensely shocking to us all, and came with very little warning.
‘No words could ever express all that she encompassed, or begin to describe the crater her absence has left.
‘We know how profoundly she has impacted the lives of so many, and we couldn’t be more proud of the legacy she is leaving behind.
‘We only wish she’d had more time to share her knowledge and brilliance with us, and the world.
Ted Lasso star Anthony Head’s partner has died at the age of 61 (seen together in 2015 at a fundraising event)
‘Our grief knows no bounds, nor did the reaches of her incredibly unique and irreplaceable spirit.’
They did not reveal any further details.
Sarah had worked with for Battersea and Cats Home in London over the years – with them also paying tribute on Thursday.
They said in a statement: ‘We’re truly sorry to lose our beloved friend and Ambassador Sarah Fisher and send our deepest sympathies to Sarah’s partner Anthony, her daughters, and her family and friends.
‘Sarah, alongside her partner Anthony Head, gave so much to our charity, fostering dogs, using her canine behaviour expertise to train our staff and volunteers, and contributing in so many ways to make a real difference in animal welfare.
‘She will be dearly missed by all of us at Battersea.’
Anthony, who is primarily a performer in musical theatre, rose to fame in the UK in the 1980s following his role in the Gold Blend couple TV ads for Nescafé, which led to major roles in several television series.
Sarah was also patron of Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary in Somerset for many years.
Their founder Pauline Leeson said in her statement: ‘Sarah was an advocate for all animals and was always a voice for those dear souls who have no voice.
‘She will be a huge loss to the animal kingdom she worked so tirelessly for, helping so very many animals of all species to find their way to cope and be happy in this changing world.
‘We at Holly Hedge are so proud to have known Sarah. Her memory will live on in all the good work and positive change she has made to their lives.
‘Our hearts go out to Anthony, Emily, Daisy and family.’
Sarah was also fondly remembered by staff at the Forever Hounds Trust, which is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of greyhounds and lurchers.
They said: ‘Sarah was an instructor and a practitioner who helped so many dogs, including many of ours over the years. She gave her time and knowledge, not only to help the dogs in our care but also by sharing that knowledge with our volunteers.
‘In 2016 she very generously hosted our 20th Birthday Bash at Tilley Farm, making us feel incredibly welcome and supported.
‘The animal world has lost a true advocate, deeply committed to animal welfare.’
Sarah and Anthony’s daughters are both actresses.
