EASTENDERS star Milly Zero has been left devastated after announcing the death of a beloved family member.
The actress – who is best known for playing Dotty Cotton on the TV show – revealed her great-grandmother had died.
Milly, 23, who recently stepped down from her role on Albert Square, took to her Instagram with the shock news.
The actress revealed that her great-grandmother, who was 105 years old, had tragically passed away.
Milly posted a series of snaps of her granny Yvonne throughout her life in an emotional post as she paid tribute.
"My great granny died today, aged 105 years old," she wrote.
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"She moved from Kent to Holland during World War I for safety, met my great grandad who was the only Dutch man in the village. The rest was history.
"She kept a smile on her face until the end, was the pillar of our family and an inspiration to us all.
"What a life, what a woman. Fly high, great granny Yvonne."
Milly shared snaps of her great grandparents when they were younger, as well as a childhood snap next to Yvonne.
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A third photo saw her receiving her letter from the late Queen to congratulate her on turning 100.
Two months ago, Milly revealed that she had decided to quit her role on BBC One soap EastEnders.
The actress said she was seeking "new challenges" aside from playing Dotty, who was the granddaughter of iconic character Dot Cotton.
Milly, who had already filmed her final scenes, wrote in a heartfelt message: "After 3 & a half years – I have decided my journey with the icon that is Dotty has come to an end."
Teasing viewers with her exit, Milly ended her announcement saying: "I can't wait for you all to watch her Exit, she goes out with a bang!"
A source claimed that although Milly, who has played Dotty since 2019, has filmed her final scenes, the 'door is being left open for her return.'
Milly and the rest of the EastEnders cast were left devastated last April by the death of June Brown, 95, who played Dot Cotton for more than 30 years.
In a fitting tribute to the iconic actress, her character received a grand send off, which aired two weeks before Christmas.
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