Gogglebox have announced that Pete McGarry has died following a short illness.
Pete starred on the Channel 4 show alongside his wife Linda and their son George.
Today the Channel 4 show took to social media to announce Pete's death and to pay tribute to him.
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Sharing a photo of the couple on the show the official Gogglebox account said: " We are deeply saddened to announce that Gogglebox star Pete McGarry passed away at the age of 71 this weekend with his family by his side after a short illness.
"Pete, his wife Linda and her son George originally joined Gogglebox at the start of the second series in 2013.
"The Clacton couple returned to the show for the seventh series in 2016 and have been series regulars and firm favourites ever since.
"Pete will be dearly missed by the entire Gogglebox family, cast and crew.
"Our thoughts are with Linda, their children and grandchildren.
"Since 2000, Pete and Linda have fostered over a hundred children and he is a beloved father, husband and grandfather.
"The family have asked for privacy at this sad time.
"Pete’s death was not related to COVID-19."
And thousands of Pete's co-stars and fans of the show paid tribute to him.
Tom Malone Jr said: "Thoughts and prayers to his family. He’ll be missed."
lil_bobi139 said: "Awww no that’s awful just so sad."
missjessica.b said: "Oh gosh I’m so sorry to hear this! Sending all the love."
And kazrockabillyqueen said: "Awww I’m so saddened to read this. Condolences to Linda and George."
