Coronation Street's Tony Maudsley has been flooded with support as he announced a sad loss.
The soap star is renowned for his role as George Shuttleworth on the Cobbles and as Kenneth Du Beke on Benidorm. Yesterday he shared an appeal on Instagram to find Michael McGarrigle, who worked as a costume supervisor on the ITV sitcom.
However, he took to the social media platform last night and said the "valued member of the Benidorm family" has died. The 55-year-old from Kirkby said: "Thank you so much to everyone for all your efforts in reposting our appeal to find Michael yesterday.
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"I'm so sad to say that we found out late last night that we've lost our beautiful friend. Our whole Benidorm family is devastated and we'll miss him hugely. RIP Michael."
Tony was flooded with supportive comments from celebrity friends and family after the update. Samia Longchambon, who plays Maria Windass in Corrie, said: "So sorry to hear this Tony."
Michael added: "My heartfelt condolences to you, his family and all who knew him."
Karen commented: "So very Sorry to hear this news, My condolences too you all."
Eileen posted: "Ahh I so sorry for your loss, my condolences to all his family and friends."
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