Loose Women star Linda Robson was quizzed about a return of the beloved sitcom Birds of a Feather, and also shared an update about her co-star Pauline Quirke's dementia battle
Linda Robson has shut down hopes of a potential revival of the much-loved sitcom Birds of a Feather.
Speaking to her fellow ITV panellist, Jane Moore, in a recent episode of Loose Women: The Podcast, the much-loved actress was asked if she'd opt for a normal life away from showbiz, if she had the opportunity to "go back".
Linda, 67, expressed contentment with her life in the limelight, which she revealed had led to adventures around the globe, including visits to Japan, Bolivia, and the US.
The conversation then led to a Birds of a Feather, the BBC sitcom that Linda is probably most well-known for.
When probed about the possibility of the show making a comeback, Linda dismissed the idea, because of her co-star and friend Pauline Quirke's current health situation.
She stated: "No, it's not going to come back. No, it's really not gonna...", leading Jane to enquire if this was linked to Pauline's dementia diagnosis.
Linda confirmed: "Yeah, she's not gonna work again now. Talking of Pauline, Charlie (Pauline's son) rang me, yeah, and just said like, 'she's doing really, really well at the moment'."
"Sometimes, she sort of has down days, but at the moment, she's quite up about everything, and he said that they got really, really excited when she said, 'Where's my mate, Linda Robson?'."
The actress said hearing this made her "quite emotional" and went on to reminisce about their long-standing friendship, which began when they were 10 years old.
Pauline, who is known for her role as Sharon Theodopolopodous in the show, was sadly diagnosed with dementia in 2021. Her husband, Steve Sheen, announced "with a heavy heart" that she would be retiring from acting, in January.
The statement further highlighted the actress' "talent, dedication, and vision" which had impacted "countless lives". He went on to confirm that her academy, the Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts (PQA), located across the UK, continues to operate.
Steve said: “We kindly request privacy and understanding for Pauline and our family during this difficult period. Pauline just wants to spend time with her family, children and grandchildren.”
Linda and Pauline first appeared on the BBC show in 1989 and shared the screen for an impressive 25 years (with a hiatus), alongside Lesley Joseph. Pauline also featured as Hazel Rhodes in ITV's Emmerdale, as well as Broadchurch, Skins, and Cold Blood.
Previously discussing her friend's dementia diagnosis, Linda described Pauline as "so bright and so clever", emphasising that dementia "can happen to anybody". She went on to say she had "noticed a real difference with her".
"I have noticed a real difference with her; she doesn't remember her grandchildren so she's not going to remember who I am even though we've been friends 56 years. It really is sad," she further told Express.co.uk.
