Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid have announced the heartbreaking news that former guest, and one of Britain's oldest identical twins, has passed away aged 96.
Doris and Lil Hobday were a hit on Good Morning Britain during their appearance a year ago.
A few weeks ago the ITV show confirmed that the twins had contracted coronavirus.
It has now been announced that Doris lost her battle with the virus.
Twin sister Lil is out of hospital and is now recovering at home.
Opening the show on Wednesday, Piers emotionally confirmed the news.
He said: "Two of our favourite guests on this programme Doris and Lil, they were Britain's oldest twins, we reported a week ago that they both contracted coronavirus.
"Very sadly Doris has lost her life. Lil is still with us battling hard. She’s aware of what has happened to her long loved twin, but it's a very sad day for her family, for Lil and for us here at GMB.
"They brought such a ray of sunshine to our lives with their infectious humour. They were a wonderful duo and have been inseparable sisters for 96 years."
Susanna then shared the family's statement which said Doris died on Tuesday, January 5, and her funeral will be held next month.
The family statement read: "Both were determined to live until 100, they had so much to live for...
"It's just so cruel that Covid has stopped Doris like this. Our thoughts go out to all the families who have experienced a loss through Covid and we urge people to take this seriously.
"Doris was only a few weeks away from being safe! With her vaccine letter arriving two days after her death.
"If you are offered the vaccine please take it, do not refuse it. Doris didn't get this choice."
Piers also paid tribute on Twitter, writing: "RIP Doris Hobday, 96. One of Britain’s two oldest twins & a delightful lady. She died from coronavirus. Her sister Lil got covid too but survived and is now home from hospital. My deepest condolences to her on the loss of her beloved sister."
Viewers also posted messages on social media.
"So very sorry to hear about the passing of Doris. Hoping Lil makes a full recovery. What wonderful ladies," wrote one.
Another said: "Such sad news @piersmorgan . The twins were everything that England should represent. Comedy, Laughter and honesty. Living life to the full. Clear to see you are struggling to talk about this. Rest in Peace Doris."
