Birds of a Feather star Pauline Quirke reveals dementia diagnosis

Pauline Quirke is to step back from professional engagements after being diagnosed with dementia, the Birds of a Feather star’s husband has confirmed.

Quirke, who is founder of The Pauline Quirke Academy, which is committed to providing equal opportunities for all students, regardless of sexual orientation, has retired from acting following a dementia diagnosis in 2021.

Quirke’s husband, Steve Sheen, said in a statement: “It is with a heavy heart that I announce my wife Pauline’s decision to step back from all professional and commercial duties due to her diagnosis of dementia in 2021.” 

Actress Pauline Quirke in character as Sharon Theodopolopodous in sitcom Birds Of A Feather, circa 1992. (Mark Lawrence/TV Times via Getty Images)

He added: “Pauline has been an inspiration through her work in the film and

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