Actress Carol Royle, known for her roles in Coronation Street and Heartbeat, recently shared the tragic news of her husband Julian Spear’s sudden death. In a heartfelt social media post on December 9, Carol revealed that Julian, who was in excellent health, suffered a massive brain haemorrhage after mistakenly jumping into an unheated outdoor pool.
Carol explained that the pool was usually heated, and Julian had assumed it was as usual. The cold shock from the water reportedly caused the fatal haemorrhage. She wrote, “I am heartbroken to share that we lost my wonderful husband, Julian, today, December 9. He was perfectly fit but developed a massive brain haemorrhage after jumping into a freezing pool yesterday. Our hearts are aching.”
The 70-year-old actress, who had been married to Julian for 47 years and known him for 56, also shared that the family had decided to delay the funeral until after Christmas to focus on the festive season. She expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of support, asking for patience as she steps away from social media to grieve.
Friends and fans expressed their sympathy in heartfelt messages. One follower wrote, “Oh Carol, I’m so sorry. He was the best man, and my heart is with you and your family.” Another shared, “There are no words to describe the pain I feel for you all. Julian was such a kind soul, and your family is so beautiful. Sending all my love and strength.”
Julian Spear was a musician and the son of Bernard Spear, a renowned actor known for roles in classics like Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. He leaves behind Carol and their two children, Taran and Talitha.
Carol’s acting career has spanned decades, with appearances in shows like Life Without George, Casualty, Doctors, and Father Brown. Most recently, she portrayed Anthea Deering in Coronation Street. Fans have expressed their support, honoring Julian’s legacy and offering strength to Carol and her family during this difficult time.
