the first two series and half of the third and continued working as a Consultant Producer on Midsomer Murders until 2019. In 2015, when a name was needed for the new born baby of the series' lead character, John Barnaby, she was named Betty in Willingale's honour. Recognition In 2009 she was awarded Bafta's Special Award for her exceptional career in television. Betty Willingale died on 15 February 2021 at the age of 93. The opening episode of the 2021 series of Midsomer Murders was dedicated to her memory. References External links A BAFTA Tribute to Betty Willingdale 1927 births 2021 deaths British television producers British women television producers Place of death missing People from London