A beloved magician who tried out for Britain's Got Talent a record 12 times has died.
David Watson, 62, from Altrincham, Cheshire, who competed on the show 12 times, died on Thursday.
David first appeared on the ITV show back in 2008 with his impersonations of Tony Blair, William Hague and David Blunkett.
READ MORE: ITV's announcement of Emmerdale 'change' leaves fans baffled
He was also said to be close friends with Coronation Street actor Michael Le Vell.
A tweet sent from Britain's Got Talent's official account said: "We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of David J Watson.
"David was a much-loved part of #BGT, bringing fun and heart to the show year after year. We send our condolences to all his friends and family."
Sharing the tweet, presenters Ant and Dec also paid tribute to David.
They said: "So sorry to hear this. We looked forward to seeing David every year and enjoy what he would create for us. All of us at #BGT will miss him. Our thoughts are with his friends and family".
Fans of the show have also shared their condolences.
nortyneil said: "It's characters like David who make #BGT some laughed at him most laughed with him, what a light that's gone out, he made so many smile so I hope he's up there smiling down on us, R.I.P"
xx_jinx said: "Awww no way! David epitomised everything that was Britain's Got Talent! His many auditions will forever remain, such a funny man. Condolences to his family"
mezzie71titch said: "So sorry to hear this news we looked forward to seeing what he would come up with next to entertain us best wishes to his family"
Receive newsletters with the latest news, sport and what's on updates from the Liverpool ECHO by signing up here
