Alexander Morton has passed away at the age of 81, and the late actor's former co-stars, including Still Game's Gavin Mitchell and Trainspotting star Robert Carlyle, have shared moving messages.
Paying tribute to the late star, Robert said: "Not only a brilliant actor, but one of the kindest men I ever knew. Working with him through the years with Raindog Theatre Company was an education. His unique, naturalistic style was a thing of beauty. So real that you would forget he was even acting at all.
"I've never seen anyone do it better than Sandy. He taught me so much. I owe him so much, and he will forever be in my heart. RIP Alexander Morton."
Meanwhile, Gavin shared: "Such devastating news to hear of the passing of Sandy Morton today from his son Jamie. He taught and gave me so much. Warm, wise, encouraging, generous and gentle. An exceptional talent.
"I was lucky enough to work with him on various things over the years, from the inception of Raindog Theatre Company and One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, panto, radio, Monarch of the Glen, of course, and much more."
He concluded: "His door was always open and always tales to share. He loved music, history, politics, radio, and remained eternally curious. I loved him dearly and I owe him a lot. I'll miss our chats and I'll miss catching him off guard and making him chortle. We've lost one of the best. All my love. Travel well Sandy."
During his life, Alexander was married three times, and he had two children. After marrying his third wife, Jane, who was his former landlady, the late actor became the stepfather to One Day actor Leo Woodwall.
Alexander's career
The star's first credit was in 1971's Get Carter, where he starred alongside the likes of Michael Caine, Ian Hendry and Britt Ekland. He followed up with appearances in the likes of Minder, Taggart, Silent Scream and Looking After Jo Jo.
© BBCAlexander's career continued well into the 21st century, appearing in two episodes of Casualty, an episode of Luther and two episodes of Shetland, where he played Joseph Wilson in both episodes of the first season.
The late actor had several major roles during his career, playing Andy Semple for 14 years on the Scottish soap opera Take the High Road, and Billy Kennedy in River City. However, his most famous role was as Golly McKenzie in all 64 episodes of the BBC's comedy drama Monarch of the Glen.
