Tributes have flooded to Rik Mayall from fellow comedians and the public at large after the death of the Essex-born comedian today.
The 56-year-old was well known for his TV work, including New Statesman, the Young Ones and Bottom.Take a look at five clips below from some of his best-known and best loved television workThe Young OnesBottomBlackadderThe New StatesmanFour Men in a Car: Comic Strip
Jack Dee tweeted: "So shocked to hear about Rik Mayall. A wonderfully funny icon of British comedy.
David Walliams added: "I am heartbroken that my comedy idol growing up Rik Mayall has died. He made me want to be a comedian..."
