84-year-old "Coronation Street" and "The Crown" actor James Laurenson, known for TV's first gay kiss in "Edward II", passed away.

84-year-old actor James Laurenson, known for his roles in "Coronation Street" and "The Crown", passed away. With a five-decade career in TV and film, Laurenson made television history with his appearance in "Edward II" alongside Sir Ian McKellen in 1970, during which he performed television's first gay kiss. He appeared in numerous popular shows, including "Spooks", "Taggart", "Prime Suspect", and "Midsomer Murders".