Sylvia Young dead: Stage school pioneer who helped discover Amy Winehouse, Rita Ora and Billie Piper dies aged 86
Sylvia Young passed away peacefully this morning surrounded by family.
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Her daughter, Frances Ruffelle, confirmed the sad news with a touching tribute.
The West End star said: "Our mum was a true visionary, she gave young people from all walks of life the chance to pursue their performing arts skills to the highest standard.
"Her rare ability to recognise raw talent and encourage all her students, contributed to the richness of today's theatre world, even winning an Olivier award herself along the way.
"She believed hard work with a bit of luck brought success and she was an example of that herself.
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"Above all she leaves the memory of an East End girl who's worked hard to achieve her goals, took hold of life and lived it to the full.
"Her family were everything to her, her wonderful husband, Norman, our dad and her grandchildren, Eliza, Nat, Phoenix and Coral and her great grandson, Felix.
"We share her love with her wide and inclusive family, her friends, her students, you all meant the world to her."
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