Channel 4 viewers were in tears after an elderly couple opened up about the tragedy of losing both their children in 24 Hours in A&E.
In tonight's episode, Eve, 83, was brought to the emergency department with her husband John after falling down the stairs into her basement.
She had an open ankle fracture that needed urgent realignment to restore the blood flow to her leg and foot.
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The programme looked at their relationship, from when John met Eve at the age of 17 to their family life.
It was then revealed the couple had lost one daughter due to bulimia aged 33 and the other from alcohol abuse aged 50.
Eve told viewers they wouldn't 'catch John talking about it' as she explained their heartbreak.
But despite their tragedy, Eve and John have led a very happy marriage.
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John said: "The secret to a long marriage is never go to bed on an argument.
"And always say, “Goodnight, love you,” and a kiss.."
Viewers were weeping after the segment, with many sharing their emotions on Twitter.
Charlie said: "Eve and John , what a lovely couple. My heart breaks for them."
Dave tweeted: "This is heartbreaking."
Sara said: "Eve and John's children dying", followed by crying emojs.
