Famous actress and singer Ruth Madoc recently passed away on December 9 at the age of 79. She was known for her performances in shows like Hi-de-Hi! and Little Britain.Madoc's agent Phil Belfield disclosed the news, stating that she was hospitalized and was undergoing surgery following an accident last week. Phil also praised her talent and her work on several projects she was a part of all these years. Screenwriter Russell T Davies paid tribute to her on Instagram by posting a picture and recalling his memories of working with her.Ruth was hospitalized last week after meeting with an accident, because of which she even canceled her appearance in the pantomime Aladdin at Torquay's Princess Theatre.GOLD@goldchannelWe are all deeply saddened at Gold to learn that the wonderful Ruth Madoc has passed away at 79. Audiences adored her as Gladys Pugh in Hi-De-Hi! Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this difficult and sad time.2614500We are all deeply saddened at Gold to learn that the wonderful Ruth Madoc has passed away at 79. Audiences adored her as Gladys Pugh in Hi-De-Hi! Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this difficult and sad time. https://t.co/r1is092YiGA day ago, Madoc gave an update on her health on social media, saying that she is fine and will soon return to the screen and stage. Following the incident, Madoc's fans sent her their prayers and best wishes.She was a victim of another accident three years ago, where a fall on stage caused injuries to her femur, leading to her hospitalization for a few days.Netizens pay tribute on TwitterThe public loved Ruth Madoc for her flawless performances on screen over the years. Fans immediately expressed their grief on Twitter when they heard about her demise:Les Dennis@LesDennisSo very sad to hear that lovely Ruth Madoc has passed away. She was such a talented and lovely woman. Thoughts with her family. RIP.3841151So very sad to hear that lovely Ruth Madoc has passed away. She was such a talented and lovely woman. Thoughts with her family. RIP. https://t.co/tWAzElZOYODerek Faye (a Skit,a Burlesque,a Parodie)@HeyHeyDerekFayeRIP Ruth Madoc. Forever Gladys.35856RIP Ruth Madoc. Forever Gladys. https://t.co/BiARlE1p0cMr Benn@therealmrbennWe have lost so many important foundations from our childhoods this year.Today the most wonderful Ruth Madoc has passed. So Sad.RIP Madam.Thank you for all the laughs.2510188We have lost so many important foundations from our childhoods this year.Today the most wonderful Ruth Madoc has passed. So Sad.RIP Madam.Thank you for all the laughs. https://t.co/2AgAuh14PrAled Jones@realaledSo very sad to hear of the passing of dear Ruth Madoc - a lovely person I was lucky to know. Love to her family x RIP160351So very sad to hear of the passing of dear Ruth Madoc - a lovely person I was lucky to know. Love to her family x RIPFrank Bruno MBE 🇬🇧@frankbrunoboxerRuth Madoc RIP just heard the very sad news of the passing of Ruth we worked together lots of times I loved her in Hi De Hi she was always trying to teach me Welsh sayings sad day41512Ruth Madoc RIP just heard the very sad news of the passing of Ruth we worked together lots of times I loved her in Hi De Hi she was always trying to teach me Welsh sayings sad day https://t.co/viWqy4xqwWGyles Brandreth@GylesB1This is such sad news. Ruth was a very lovely person - and a wonderfully gifted actress. I was lucky enough to get to know her through my best friend from school, Simon Cadell. In Hi-De-Hi they were irresistible. RIP Ruth Madoc & thanks for the memories. Goodbye campers! twitter.com/newharpsichord…Dr Christopher D. Lewis@NewHarpsichordTragic to hear the news of Ruth Madoc - she was a brilliant talent. One of those people you were always thrilled to see pop up on TV. Her partnership with (the equally glorious) Simon Cadell in Hi-De-Hi was the stuff of absolute sitcom and television gold. LegendaryRIP Ruth1761135Tragic to hear the news of Ruth Madoc - she was a brilliant talent. One of those people you were always thrilled to see pop up on TV. Her partnership with (the equally glorious) Simon Cadell in Hi-De-Hi was the stuff of absolute sitcom and television gold. LegendaryRIP Ruth https://t.co/D4UbVu1bPnThis is such sad news. Ruth was a very lovely person - and a wonderfully gifted actress. I was lucky enough to get to know her through my best friend from school, Simon Cadell. In Hi-De-Hi they were irresistible. RIP Ruth Madoc & thanks for the memories. Goodbye campers! twitter.com/newharpsichord…Emilia and Scorchio 💋🐲@stonehurstoilRIP Ruth Madoc 22614RIP Ruth Madoc 📺 https://t.co/vcSxafqcWuPaul Chuckle 😷@PaulChuckle2Just heard the very sad news RIP to the lovely Ruth Madoc. I've worked with her several times, including an episode @BBCDoctors ... she will be greatly missed 32917Just heard the very sad news RIP to the lovely Ruth Madoc. I've worked with her several times, including an episode @BBCDoctors ... she will be greatly missed 💙 https://t.co/DAytAPu303Pip@pipmadeleyRIP Ruth Madoc, and farewell Gladys Pugh.A wonderfully melodious accent and a gorgeous smile that lit up our screens.#RIPRuthMadoc #HiDeHi17533RIP Ruth Madoc, and farewell Gladys Pugh.A wonderfully melodious accent and a gorgeous smile that lit up our screens.#RIPRuthMadoc #HiDeHi https://t.co/8wOhsYwDoEHelen Lederer@HelenLedererRip ⁦@ruth_madoc⁩ a genuine,talented trouper and truther and very kind to me1737Rip ⁦@ruth_madoc⁩ a genuine,talented trouper and truther and very kind to me https://t.co/TvCJy90Q6TRuth Madoc was popular for her performances on stageBorn on April 16, 1943, Madoc spent her childhood in Norwich, England, and joined RADA in London.She started her career with a few films and eventually gained recognition for her performance in the show, Poem and Pints. Ruth was known for her appearances on stage and played various roles in different plays and musicals.Ruth Madoc had a successful career on stage, television and films (Image via Dominic Lipinski/Getty Images)She was cast in the role of Gladys Pugh in the BBC sitcom, Hi-de-Hi!. Created by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, Hi-de-Hi! aired for nine series with 58 episodes from January 1, 1980, to January 30, 1988.Ruth's life was featured in the biographical television documentary, This Is Your Life. She then appeared on a few reality shows and emerged as the winner of I'm Famous and Frightened! She continued to appear in various other TV shows and stage plays. Ruth Madoc was also known for her performances in other shows like Big Top, Coming Home, and more.Ruth Madoc's filmography includes titles like Fiddler on the Roof, Under Milk Wood, The Prince and the Pauper, Very Annie Mary, and Journey Man. She was famous for her appearances in other TV shows including The Adventure Game, Big Top, Get Your Act Together, Stella, Doctors, and more.Ruth's survivors include her son Rhys and daughter Lowri. She was married to actor Philip Madoc from 1961 to 1981. Madoc next tied the knot with John Jackson, who passed away in September last year.