Born Betty Gleadle in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, in 1921, she later gave herself the stage name of Smith.
Shane Allen, controller of BBC comedy commissioning, said she "brilliantly captured the grandparent in everyone's family" as Nana.
My new local news website, dedicated to bringing you the latest updates from Oakham and Rutland. Over the past few months, I've been working diligently to create a platform that provides comprehensive coverage of local news, events, and community happenings. My blog will continue to operate as usual, featuring a diverse range of topics and personal reflections. I invite you to explore the new site and stay tuned for exciting updates!