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Celtic legends lead tributes after death of kit lady Angie Thomson

Celtic stars are paying tribute to legendary kit lady Angie Thomson, who has passed away following a long-term illness.

The club revealed their sadness at the news on Tuesday evening.

Angie, a popular colleague at the club, worked behind the scenes in the laundry room for 30 years, having initially joined the catering staff.

She quickly became friends with many of the players and background staff, many of whom took to Twitter to pay tribute.

Angie Thomson worked for Celtic for more than 30 years (CelticFPA)

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Craig Burley wrote: Sad to hear that Angie the laundry lady at Celtic for over 30 years has passed away. For those who were lucky enough to play there will fondly remember what a character she was.

"Every morning at Celtic Park we’d go see her and put the kettle on. A wicked sense of humor. RIP Angie"

John Hartson added: "Thoughts are with Angie, ange was more than a kit lady at Celtic she was loved by all the players and staff and always had a little wicked side to her in the nicest possible way.. RIP Ange"

Paddy McCourt wrote: Gutted to hear the news that Angie the laundry lady during my five years at Celtic & for around 30 in total has sadly passed away.

"A really funny & kind woman who had time for everyone she met. My thoughts & prayers are with her family & friends at this sad time"

Tributes have been paid to Angie Thomson who died after a long illness (CelticFPA)

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And Chris Sutton said: "This is so sad... Angie was a beautiful, funny, warm, kind lady. Thoughts are with her family. RIP Angie"

Back in 2017, former Celtic winger Joe Miller organised a special tribute to mark Angie's 30 years of service at the club, which was attended by over 500 people.

Among the guests on the night were Neil Lennon, Henrik Larsson and Martin O’Neill, while there was also a video message played on the night from Rod Stewart.

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