Her career spanned stage and screen across seven decades, and the hugely-popular actress was appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 2016 for services to charity and entertainment.
Here, we take a look at Dame Barbara’s remarkable life.
. Old pals act
Composer Lionel Bart encouraging Barbara Windsor during dress rehearsals for Twang! in 1965 Photo: PA
. On yer bike!
Barbara Windsor on the Honda 100A, a 100cc commuter bike. She was visiting the International Motor Show at Earles Court in London i n 1980. Photo: PA
. National treasure
Barbara Windsor joining scouts for the Big Jubilee Lunch at Buckingham Palace. Photo: Sean Dempsey
. Having a carry on
Carry On stars Sid James and Barbara Windsor welcoming guests to a party for ITV's Christmas performers at the New London Theatre in 1973. Photo: PA
. Goodbye girl
Barbara Windsor, waving farewell before leaving London Airport for her first ever visit to the United States in 1963. Photo: PA
. Babes in the Wood
Barbara Windsor on stage at the London Palladium rehearsing her role as the Fairy in 'Babes in the Wood' pantomime in 1987 Photo: PA
1. On yer bike!
Barbara Windsor on the Honda 100A, a 100cc commuter bike. She was visiting the International Motor Show at Earles Court in London i n 1980. Photo: PA
2. National treasure
Barbara Windsor joining scouts for the Big Jubilee Lunch at Buckingham Palace. Photo: Sean Dempsey
3. Having a carry on
Carry On stars Sid James and Barbara Windsor welcoming guests to a party for ITV's Christmas performers at the New London Theatre in 1973. Photo: PA
4. Goodbye girl
Barbara Windsor, waving farewell before leaving London Airport for her first ever visit to the United States in 1963. Photo: PA