Shirley Ballas has shared her heartache after the sudden death of her dad.
The Strictly Come Dancing judge's father George Andrew Rich passed away just two months short of his 84th birthday.
Sharing a number of family photos including her dad, she wrote: "With sadness and a heavy heart my father George Andrew Rich fondly known as Andy, has passed away suddenly.
"My heart goes out to his wife Liz the love of his life who was with him for over 40 years and to all who knew him. It’s hard to find the right words at this moment, my father lost two sons in his lifetime and I hope you can all find each other in the after life. So many things left unsaid, RIP Dad you will be missed but not forgotten."
Shirley's dad was clearly a big part of her life as she had many lovely pictures of them together.
People rushed to offer their condolences after she shared the sad news.
Former Strictly str Ore Oduba wrote: "I’m so sorry Shirley. Sending lots of love to you and your family"
While one fan told her: "So sorry Shirley. What a shock for you, my own dad died suddenly from a heart attack. I was told when I had got over the shock I would have grieved. There’s a little truth in that but it’s hard. I will be thinking of you. Rest in peace Andy. "
Another penned: "So sorry to hear Condolences to you and your family. Big hugs at this sad time"
And one posted: "Hope your many happy memories bring comfort. RIP"
While Shirley has just shared the news of his father's passing, it's not known exactly when he died.
She recently opened up about how her beloved rescue dog had helped her cope with her father's death.
Speaking to BBC Merseyside’s Tony Snell, she said: “I’m just getting over five weeks of the coronavirus and I've been on my own and Charlie has sat at my feet, snuggled and cuddled and just looked at me.
“I had the passing of my father in the last few days and it’s almost like he knows.
