Mike Reid

Michael ‘Mike’ Reid (19th January 1940 - 29th July 2007) was an English comedian and character actor, from Hackney in east London, who is best remembered for playing the role of Frank Butcher in EastEnders and hosting the popular children's TV show Runaround. He was also noted for his gravelly voice and strong Cockney accent. Mike died in Marbella, Spain from a suspected heart attack, he was 67. Mike's funeral was held on Tuesday 14 August 2007 at Little Easton Parish Church, Essex, and was attended by over 250 people including his former EastEnders co-stars Pam St Clement, Sid Owen, Michael Greco, Bobby Davro, June Brown, Barbara Windsor and other members of the EastEnders cast. He was cremated the following day at Chelmsford Crematorium, Essex.