Former world champion boxer Barry McGuigan has released a heartfelt tribute to his daughter Nika.
The actress died on July 26, aged just 33. She had suffered a short illness.
In a tribute shared on Friday, Mr McGuigan said that Nika was "an extremely talented and inspirational young lady".
He said: "The most difficult thing I've ever had to do was to say goodbye to my amazing daughter Nika earlier this week.
"She has been a shining light in our family's lives for the past 33 years.
"Nika was an extremely talented and inspirational young lady who radiated kindness and love.
"Our hearts are broken and we know that life will never be the same again for us.
"However, Nika lives on in so many parts of our lives which we are grateful for.
"I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all the people who sent flowers, cards, Mass cards, Instagram messages, Facebook, Twitter, texts and email messages of support.
"There are simply too many to answer individually so I want to use this opportunity to say a huge thank you to each and every one of you, the family greatly appreciate them."
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