Emmerdale actress Emily Head, also known for her role on The Inbetweeners, has paid a heartfelt tribute to her “extraordinary mum” Sarah Fisher following her passing.
Sarah, an animal welfare advocate, died unexpectedly at the age of 61 last week, according to Emily and her sister Daisy. Sarah is remembered as a “compassionate” individual in a statement posted on the social media page for Tilley Farm, a 90-acre property in Somerset that she managed.
In a joint statement with Daisy, Emily, 37, who portrayed Carli D’Amato in The Inbetweeners and Rebecca White in Emmerdale, said: “We are so sorry to have to share the news that our extraordinary, kind and talented mother, Sarah, passed away recently. It is immensely shocking to us all, and came with very little warning.
“No words could ever express all that she encompassed, or begin to describe the crater her absence has left. We know how profoundly she has impacted the lives of so many, and we couldn’t be more proud of the legacy she is leaving behind.”
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Daisy, 34, also an actress, has appeared in Guilt, The Syndicate and Harlots among other dramas and films since 2002. She will feature in the period drama The Gray House, set to release in February on Prime Video, reports the Mirror.
The poignant tribute concluded: “We only wish she’d had more time to share her knowledge and brilliance with us, and the world. Our grief knows no bounds, nor did the reaches of her incredibly unique and irreplaceable spirit.
“We know how much she treasured the relationships she had with all of her friends, colleagues and collaborators, many of whom she stayed in contact with here, and we thank you all for being a part of her enriched life.”
Sarah, who was born in Epsom, Surrey, met actor Anthony Head in the 80s and the couple had daughters Daisy and Emily together. The passionate animal welfare campaigner served as an ambassador for Battersea Dogs And Cats Home and was a patron of Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary.
Peter Laurie, chief executive at Battersea, said: “We’re truly sorry to lose our beloved friend and ambassador, Sarah Fisher, and send our deepest sympathies to Sarah’s partner Anthony and her family and friends.
“A devoted supporter for many years, Sarah, alongside her partner Anthony Head, gave so much to our charity, fostering dogs, using her canine behaviour expertise to train our staff and volunteers, and attending many of our events and fundraisers. She will be dearly missed by all of us at Battersea.”
Anthony, who has starred in Ted Lasso, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Little Britain, has yet to publicly address his loss. He backed Sarah’s campaigning efforts, including her work for Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary in Bristol.
Pauline Leeson, founder of the sanctuary, paid tribute in a statement on their website, saying: “It came as a shock to hear that the wonderful Sarah Fisher, patron of Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary and advocate for all animals had passed away, and our hearts go out to Anthony, Daisy and family.
“Sarah was always a voice for those dear souls who have no voice, and was the most genuine, caring and compassionate human being.