PAULINE Quirke’s husband Steve Sheen has released a heartbreaking statement revealing her dementia diagnosis. Actress Pauline, 65, who has starred in Birds of a Feather, The Sculptress and

British sitcom star Pauline Quirke will step back from professional duties after being diagnosed with dementia. Her husband, Steve Sheen, released a statement saying the Birds of a Feather actress had been diagnosed with the condition in 2021.

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Pauline Quirke, famous for starring in TV sitcom Birds of a Feather, has retired from acting following a dementia diagnosis, her husband has said. "It is with a heavy heart that I announce my wife Pauline's decision to step back from all professional and commercial duties due to her diagnosis of dementia in 2021," Steve Sheen said.

Pauline Quirke will step away from public life after she was diagnosed with dementia, her husband has revealed...

A household name in the 1990s and 2000s, Pauline Quirke played one half of mismatched sister act Sharon and Tracey in the hit sitcom Birds Of A Feather for over 15 years.

Pauline Quirke’s final public appearance was a moment of triumph, receiving an MBE at Windsor Castle for her outstanding contributions to young people, entertainment, and charity. The Birds of a Feather star beamed with pride as Prince William presented her with the honour in February 2023, dressed elegantly for the occasion.

Pauline Quirke has been diagnosed with dementia, her husband Steve Sheen has announced. The Birds of a Feather star, 65, is best known for playing Sharon Theodopolopodous in the much-loved sitcom alongside Linda Robson and Lesley Joseph from 1988 to 1999.

Her husband, Steve Sheen, revealed in a statement that Quirke was diagnosed in 2021 with dementia. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.