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Dale Meeks, who starred in popular TV shows such as Emmerdale and Byker Grove, has sadly passed away at the age of 47. Dale played the character of Simon Meredith on Emmerdale between 2003 and 2006, and had also recently appeared in the TV series The Hunt for Raoul Moat. The news of his death was announced by a family member on Facebook, triggering an outpouring of condolences and tributes from friends and fans alike. Dale had a long and successful career in the entertainment industry, having also appeared in several other TV shows, including Casualty and Inspector George Gently. The Mirror will be providing updates on this tragic news as it develops.
