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Post by bluetornados on Feb 21, 2024 10:17:21 GMT
Ewen MacIntosh: Keith from The Office dies aged 50, Ricky Gervais calls Ewen MacIntosh 'an absolute original' leading tributes to the comedian..By Yasmin Rufo, BBC News.i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/21/09/81523395-13108099-image-m-13_1708507908459.jpgActor and comedian Ewen MacIntosh, best known for his role as Big Keith in The Office, has died aged 50. The show's creator Ricky Gervais led the tributes on X/Twitter, describing MacIntosh as "an absolute original". MacIntosh also appeared in other British comedies including Miranda and Little Britain. His most recent acting credit was in 2017 as as Lionel in British romantic comedy film Finding Fatimah. TV channel Gold said: "We loved him as Keith in The Office and were lucky enough to work with him over the years on the channel. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends at such a difficult time." MacIntosh's friend Ed Scott said: "He may have had a famous face known by millions as Keith from The Office but the person inside is what I will most remember. "Ewen was so full of empathy, kindness, and integrity and above all a really good man. MacIntosh's cause of death has not been confirmed, but Scott said: "Thanks to the incredible care and love provided by the wonderful medical staff and especially the nurses who all loved him when he brought a smile to their days." i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/21/09/81523753-13108099-image-m-20_1708508699819.jpgEwen MacIntosh and Joel Beckett are pictured on an episode of 'The Comedy Years'Out Of Office, The Office podcast, also said MacIntosh would 'always be fondly remembered firstly as a great guy, but also as a key part of the greatest British sitcom of all time. An excellent legacy to leave. RIP.' As well as The Office, MacIntosh also partnered back up with Gervais when he starred in the final series of After Life as 'Buffet Man' - a bloke who had been barred from an all-you-can-eat restaurant.
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 23, 2024 12:32:56 GMT
John Savident: Coronation Street's Fred Elliott dies aged 86..By Steven McIntosh, Entertainment reporter.i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/23/11/81623465-13117541-A_statement_from_his_agent_to_the_PA_news_agency_said_We_are_sad-m-72_1708689268544.jpgJohn Savident, known for playing Fred Elliott in Coronation Street, has died aged 86, his agent has said. The actor was known for his booming voice while playing the local butcher on the ITV soap. A statement from his agent to the PA news agency said: "We are sad to announce the death of the actor John Savident who died on Wednesday. "He was a much-loved husband and father of two and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Savident joined the Manchester-based soap in 1994, and quickly became a favourite with viewers thanks to his huge personality and loud voice. His storylines involved his disastrous love life, including three marriages and several failed proposals. A secret son, Ashley Peacock (played by Steven Arnold), also arrived on the show and the two later developed a close bond as they worked as butchers together. Savident's character was killed off in 2006, suffering a stroke on the day he was supposed to marry Bev Unwin (Susie Blake). Elliott's death also saw a previous romantic interest, Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls), confess she still loved him following her turning down his proposal of marriage years previously. The butcher's other previous wives were Maureen Holdsworth (Sherrie Hewson) and barmaid Eve Sykes (Melanie Kilburn). i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/23/12/81624737-13117541-image-a-91_1708690149403.jpgFred is well remembered by fans for his friend Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls) declaring her love for him just as he was due to marry Bev.
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 24, 2024 21:04:25 GMT
Stan Bowles: Former England and QPR forward dies aged 75..i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/24/19/81672979-13117689-image-a-21_1708804403579.jpgFormer England and Queens Park Rangers forward Stan Bowles has died aged 75. Bowles, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, played more than 560 games in English football and was capped five times by England. He made 315 appearances for QPR and scored 97 goals for the Loftus Road club. Bowles also played for Manchester City, Bury, Crewe Alexandra, Carlisle United, Nottingham Forest, Leyton Orient and Brentford. QPR said that it was "with a heavy heart" they had learned that the club "icon" had passed away. Bowles played for QPR from 1972 to 1979 and became known as one of English football's great entertainers and charismatic figures. "All our thoughts are with his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. May he rest in peace," said a QPR statement. "The club will be confirming how we will be paying a fitting tribute to Stan in due course." i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/24/19/81628131-13117689-Bowles_played_five_times_for_England_Pictured_Being_watched_by_T-a-20_1708802965492.jpgBowles started his career at Manchester City and had spells at Bury, Crewe and Carlisle before moving to QPR. He was part of their side which finished as runners-up to Liverpool in the old First Division in 1975-76. QPR saluted Bowles in their statement, adding: "A darling of the Loftus Road terraces, Stanley Bowles is undoubtedly one of the greatest players to have ever pulled on the famous blue and white hoops. "Many would argue that he is the best. "Regardless, Stan was a special talent - a 1970s footballing maverick - who was popular for his antics both on and off the field."
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Post by eppinggas on Feb 24, 2024 22:18:40 GMT
Stan Bowles: Former England and QPR forward dies aged 75..Former England and Queens Park Rangers forward Stan Bowles has died aged 75. Bowles, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, played more than 560 games in English football and was capped five times by England. He made 315 appearances for QPR and scored 97 goals for the Loftus Road club. Bowles also played for Manchester City, Bury, Crewe Alexandra, Carlisle United, Nottingham Forest, Leyton Orient and Brentford. QPR said that it was "with a heavy heart" they had learned that the club "icon" had passed away. Bowles played for QPR from 1972 to 1979 and became known as one of English football's great entertainers and charismatic figures. "All our thoughts are with his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. May he rest in peace," said a QPR statement. "The club will be confirming how we will be paying a fitting tribute to Stan in due course." Bowles started his career at Manchester City and had spells at Bury, Crewe and Carlisle before moving to QPR. He was part of their side which finished as runners-up to Liverpool in the old First Division in 1975-76. QPR saluted Bowles in their statement, adding: "A darling of the Loftus Road terraces, Stanley Bowles is undoubtedly one of the greatest players to have ever pulled on the famous blue and white hoops. "Many would argue that he is the best. "Regardless, Stan was a special talent - a 1970s footballing maverick - who was popular for his antics both on and off the field." The most famous footballer ever to have played for Epping Town FC. RIP Stan. Below written a year or so back in the Thread: "Where Are You Going", "After further discussion with Millwall Sean - I can confirm that Epping Town FC did actually exist higher up the pyramid. (I also didn't bother to check en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epping_Town_F.C. earlier). Another little snippet about their demise. Not only was Stan Bowles playing for them - he was on £200 a week and part of the deal was that he was driven to and from games in a Rolls Royce. A local colourful character supplied the motor. He also wouldn't play on Tuesdays or Thursdays because that was when Walthamstow dogs were on! When the backers pulled out, the debts couldn't be repaid, and we know what happens next... I also got my timings wrong as Epping Town FC was actually dissolved in 1985. That's the year after Stan Bowles retired from professional football..." |
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 24, 2024 22:46:36 GMT
Stan Bowles: Former England and QPR forward dies aged 75..Former England and Queens Park Rangers forward Stan Bowles has died aged 75. Bowles, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, played more than 560 games in English football and was capped five times by England. He made 315 appearances for QPR and scored 97 goals for the Loftus Road club. Bowles also played for Manchester City, Bury, Crewe Alexandra, Carlisle United, Nottingham Forest, Leyton Orient and Brentford. QPR said that it was "with a heavy heart" they had learned that the club "icon" had passed away. Bowles played for QPR from 1972 to 1979 and became known as one of English football's great entertainers and charismatic figures. "All our thoughts are with his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. May he rest in peace," said a QPR statement. "The club will be confirming how we will be paying a fitting tribute to Stan in due course." Bowles started his career at Manchester City and had spells at Bury, Crewe and Carlisle before moving to QPR. He was part of their side which finished as runners-up to Liverpool in the old First Division in 1975-76. QPR saluted Bowles in their statement, adding: "A darling of the Loftus Road terraces, Stanley Bowles is undoubtedly one of the greatest players to have ever pulled on the famous blue and white hoops. "Many would argue that he is the best. "Regardless, Stan was a special talent - a 1970s footballing maverick - who was popular for his antics both on and off the field." The most famous footballer ever to have played for Epping Town FC. RIP Stan. Below written a year or so back in the Thread: "Where Are You Going", "After further discussion with Millwall Sean - I can confirm that Epping Town FC did actually exist higher up the pyramid. (I also didn't bother to check en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epping_Town_F.C. earlier). Another little snippet about their demise. Not only was Stan Bowles playing for them - he was on £200 a week and part of the deal was that he was driven to and from games in a Rolls Royce. A local colourful character supplied the motor. He also wouldn't play on Tuesdays or Thursdays because that was when Walthamstow dogs were on! When the backers pulled out, the debts couldn't be repaid, and we know what happens next... I also got my timings wrong as Epping Town FC was actually dissolved in 1985. That's the year after Stan Bowles retired from professional football..." Wiki: He received a testimonial in 1987, earning £17,000. After retirement from the professional game, he continued to play at non-league level for Epping Town FC. I wonder how he spent that £17k... |
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Post by eppinggas on Feb 24, 2024 23:16:33 GMT
The most famous footballer ever to have played for Epping Town FC. RIP Stan. Below written a year or so back in the Thread: "Where Are You Going", "After further discussion with Millwall Sean - I can confirm that Epping Town FC did actually exist higher up the pyramid. (I also didn't bother to check en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epping_Town_F.C. earlier). Another little snippet about their demise. Not only was Stan Bowles playing for them - he was on £200 a week and part of the deal was that he was driven to and from games in a Rolls Royce. A local colourful character supplied the motor. He also wouldn't play on Tuesdays or Thursdays because that was when Walthamstow dogs were on! When the backers pulled out, the debts couldn't be repaid, and we know what happens next... I also got my timings wrong as Epping Town FC was actually dissolved in 1985. That's the year after Stan Bowles retired from professional football..." Wiki: He received a testimonial in 1987, earning £17,000. After retirement from the professional game, he continued to play at non-league level for Epping Town FC. I wonder how he spent that £17k... In the immortal words attributed to George Best "I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars - the rest was wasted". |
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 25, 2024 21:58:02 GMT
Chris Nicholl: Former Northern Ireland, Southampton and Aston Villa defender dies at 77..i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/25/19/81700497-13124245-image-m-63_1708889858791.jpgFormer Northern Ireland, Southampton and Aston Villa defender Chris Nicholl has passed away. The English-born 77-year-old started his career at Burnley but is best remembered for spells at Aston Villa and Southampton. He was Saints manager for six years and Walsall boss from 1994 to 1997. Nicholl made his international debut in 1974 and won 51 caps for Northern Ireland. He was part of the Northern Ireland team which reached the World Cup finals in 1982. "We are saddened to learn of the passing of Chris Nicholl. He played 51 times for us, including the 1982 World Cup in Spain. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time," the Irish Football Association wrote on X (formerly Twitter). Nicholl also played for Halifax Town, Luton Town and Grimsby Town in a professional career spanning 19 years.
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 29, 2024 17:56:12 GMT
Dave Myers Has died aged 66 - His wife Liliana pays tribute to 'wonderful, brave man'..By Ian Youngs, Entertainment & arts reporter.i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/29/13/81871363-13140935-image-a-6_1709213601434.jpgIn 2022, Dave revealed that he didn't want to reveal the type of cancer he was battlingThe wife of Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers has posted a touching tribute to her "wonderful, brave man" following his death from cancer at the age of 66. Myers was known as one half of the much-loved TV cooking duo. "Rest in peace, my love," Liliana Myers wrote on Facebook. "My wonderful, brave man! Till next time we meet!" More tributes have flooded in from those who worked with Myers and his TV partner Si King, and who they met on their motorcycle trips around the UK. The pair travelled the country and the world over two decades to make much-loved shows about the food and people they found. Their first series, 2006's The Hairy Bikers' Cookbook, was partly filmed in Romania - where Myers met his future wife, who was working in a hotel. They kept in touch but didn't fall in love until she came to the UK to visit him on holiday a few years later. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/29/13/81871399-13140935-image-a-7_1709213606121.jpgHis heartbroken co-star Si King revealed the tragic news of Dave's death on Thursday as family, friends & colleagues paid emotional tributes to the beloved TV star Speaking in 2021, she recalled: "I was blown away by one tiny little thing. He picked me up from the airport... It was about midnight and he opened the fridge and he said, 'What do you want me to cook for you?' "I'd never ever in my life had a man cook for me. So that was the very first thing that just hit me. I was visiting as a friend, but from that moment on my heart just melted." Following Myers' death, tributes have also been paid by fellow TV chefs including Paul Hollywood, Nigella Lawson, Andi Oliver and James Martin, who described Myers as "a very special man".
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Post by bluetornados on Mar 5, 2024 9:13:14 GMT
Bullseye icon Tony Green dies aged 85 as cause of death confirmed by devastated colleagues, by Michelle Marshall.i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/04/17/82022935-13155713-image-a-1_1709573986450.jpgLegendary broadcaster Tony Green has died following a battle with Alzheimer's. The official page of Bullseye announced the news on social media, in a statement that read: "It's with a very heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear friend and much-loved colleague Mr Tony Green. "Tony passed away peacefully today after a long battle with Alzheimer's. "Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to all of Tony's family, who we hold such affection for, to all of Tony friends and those who were lucky enough to work with him. "Thank you Tony for all the memories, all the laughs (and trust us there were many!) and all the special times filming Bullseye together, what wonderful years those were and we are honoured to have shared them with you." They concluded: "You will be missed our dear friend." Tributes have poured in for the broadcaster as people took to X and penned tributes to the veteran host. Sports blogger Elliot West wrote: "RIP Tony Green. A true legend a brilliant darts commentator and a central part of Bullseye." Fans have also paid tribute, as one penned: "If there was ever an essential part of @bullseyetvshow I'll always remember then it's Tony Green's great commentary, his banter with Jim Bowen and his still iconic catchphrases like 'INNNNNN ONNEE!' and 'Bully's special prize!' The world has lost such a great man." i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/04/18/82024069-13155713-image-a-11_1709575335268.jpgA second commented: "In memory of Tony Green we remember his iconic commentary of the first and currently only 9 darter in Lakeside history!" "So sorry and sad to hear of Tony Green's passing he was a good dart player, caller, commentator and an icon of the #Bullseye show. Our condolences go out to Jacqui and family at this very sad time," a third remarked. A fourth tweeted: "So sad to hear the news that Tony Green has passed away my thoughts are with Jacky and all the family. Such a nice guy did plenty of exhibitions together and golf days and he gave me my nickname. RIP my friend." Another added: "Sad to hear the news of the passing of our friend Tony Green. Tony was one of the great darts commentators who went on to do bullseye for many years. Tony loved his golf and our thoughts are with Tony's family at this sad time. RIP Tony." Tony was the announcer and co-host of beloved darts quiz Bullseye from 1982 to 1995. At the show's peak, the game show was watched by 20million people and was loved for its bizarre prizes and catchphrases. He reprised his role as "scorer" in a special edition of the show in May 2007. The presenter was also lead BBC commentator for the first BDO World Championship in 1978. The star kept the position until the Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships in 2016. In 2010, Tony was forced to take a break from presenting while he was treated for cancer of the tongue. But he returned two years later after making a full recovery. He co-hosted Bullseye alongside Jim Bowen who died in March 2018 aged 80. i2-prod.dailyrecord.co.uk/incoming/article32271746.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200e/1_Tony-Green.jpg
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Post by bluetornados on Mar 8, 2024 20:10:30 GMT
Duncan Fearnley: Worcestershire stalwart and bat-maker dies aged 83..
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Duncan Fearnley brought Ian Botham to New Road in 1987Bat-maker and former Worcestershire batsman Duncan Fearnley has died at the age of 83 following a brief illness. As a player he helped Worcestershire win their first County Championship, in 1964, and later he became a world-renowned bat manufacturer. Fearnley went on to serve as chair and president of Worcestershire, overseeing the club's most successful period. He was later honorary vice-president and "an integral part of our club", said acting chair Paul Pridgeon. After becoming chair at New Road in 1986 he led the county to two County Championship titles, two Sunday League titles, the Refuge Assurance Cup, the Benson and Hedges Cup and the NatWest Trophy in little over a decade. His bats were also used by leading players in the 1980s and 90s including Ian Botham, Allan Border, Clive Lloyd and Viv Richards. "Duncan's passing is a tremendous loss," Pridgeon told the club website. "His contributions as a player, an administrator, and a passionate supporter of the club were immeasurable. He was the heart and soul of Worcestershire CCC, leaving an indelible mark on the club. "His legacy as a bat-maker and his profound love for the club will always be remembered. Today, we have lost a true cricketing legend."
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Post by bluetornados on Mar 20, 2024 17:21:34 GMT
Dave Myers Has died aged 66 - His wife Liliana pays tribute to 'wonderful, brave man'..By Ian Youngs, Entertainment & arts reporter.i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/29/13/81871363-13140935-image-a-6_1709213601434.jpgIn 2022, Dave revealed that he didn't want to reveal the type of cancer he was battlingThe wife of Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers has posted a touching tribute to her "wonderful, brave man" following his death from cancer at the age of 66. Myers was known as one half of the much-loved TV cooking duo. "Rest in peace, my love," Liliana Myers wrote on Facebook. "My wonderful, brave man! Till next time we meet!" More tributes have flooded in from those who worked with Myers and his TV partner Si King, and who they met on their motorcycle trips around the UK. The pair travelled the country and the world over two decades to make much-loved shows about the food and people they found. Their first series, 2006's The Hairy Bikers' Cookbook, was partly filmed in Romania - where Myers met his future wife, who was working in a hotel. They kept in touch but didn't fall in love until she came to the UK to visit him on holiday a few years later. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/29/13/81871399-13140935-image-a-7_1709213606121.jpgHis heartbroken co-star Si King revealed the tragic news of Dave's death on Thursday as family, friends & colleagues paid emotional tributes to the beloved TV star Speaking in 2021, she recalled: "I was blown away by one tiny little thing. He picked me up from the airport... It was about midnight and he opened the fridge and he said, 'What do you want me to cook for you?' "I'd never ever in my life had a man cook for me. So that was the very first thing that just hit me. I was visiting as a friend, but from that moment on my heart just melted." Following Myers' death, tributes have also been paid by fellow TV chefs including Paul Hollywood, Nigella Lawson, Andi Oliver and James Martin, who described Myers as "a very special man". The final episode of The Hairy Bikers Go West aired on Tuesday night, marking Dave Myers' last onscreen appearance. The TV chef, 66, passed away last month, two years after he revealed he was undergoing treatment for an unspecified type of cancer. BBC Two has continued to air Dave's final Hairy Bikers series which sees Dave and his best friend Si King tour some of their favourite spots in the UK. Tuesday night's finale seen the duo visiting Devon and Dorset before they share an emotional moment at the end of the tour. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/19/12/82633605-13213287-image-a-62_1710849811995.jpgA triumphant Dave tells the camera: 'It's been tough at times. I've had chemotherapy all the time we've been filming, it hasn't been easy but we've got there and it's a wonderful feeling.' Si adds 'we've done it, but more importantly he's done it'. He then starts welling up as he says: 'He's my mate but I love him like family, like a brother, and I'm lost for words. It's quite remarkable what he's done'. 'Who knows what the future holds but for the moment I'm living in the present, and it's pretty fine', a smiling Dave adds. After the credits roll, a tribute reads: 'In loving memory of our friend, Dave Myers.' Dave filmed his last show last year which had only just started to be shown on BBC Two when Si announced his friend had died. The BBC decided to continue to air the series in tribute. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/19/07/82084631-0-The_continuity_announcer_introduced_the_episode_with_the_words_t-a-32_1710834386268.jpg |
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Post by bluetornados on Mar 27, 2024 22:56:54 GMT
Anyone who watches Gogglebox will remember George Gilbey 40, who has died after a fall from height at work..by Danny Fullbrook, BBC News, Essex.
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Channel 4 have led tributes to Gogglebox star George Gilbey who has died at the age of 40 after an accident at work Television personality George Gilbey has died after suffering a fall while at work. Essex Police said it was called to a road in Shoebury, near Southend-on-Sea, after a report that a man working at height had fallen. The 40-year-old died at the scene. Gilbey starred in 8 series of Channel 4's Gogglebox and also Celebrity Big Brother on Channel 5. C4 Gogglebox wrote on its official X account: "George was part of the Gogglebox family for 8 series alongside his mum Linda and step-dad Pete. "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Linda, and George’s family and friends at this very sad time." His stepfather Peter McGarry died in 2021, aged 71. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/27/19/82964051-0-His_tragic_death_comes_less_than_three_years_after_his_father_Pe-a-2_1711568102717.jpg
George, from Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, rose to fame on the 2nd series of Gogglebox with his mother Linda McGarry and step-father Pete in 2013 Gilbey was one of the early regulars featured on reality show Gogglebox, appearing between 2013 and 2018. He appeared on 24-7 reality contest Celebrity Big Brother in 2014, finishing in 4th. Essex Police said it was called to the incident in Campfield Road at about 10am after "a man who was working at height had fallen and sustained an injury". i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/03/27/19/82965593-13246189-This_was_the_last_photo_that_George_Gilbey_posted_of_himself_on_-a-102_1711568632232.jpgThis was the last photo that George Gilbey posted of himself on social media - he said he had just bought a gym membership
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Post by bluetornados on Mar 28, 2024 15:19:27 GMT
UPDATE: George Gilbey: Arrest in connection with death of Gogglebox star..
A man has been arrested in connection with the death of Gogglebox star George Gilbey after the 40-year-old died in a fall at work.
Essex Police was called to a road in Shoeburyness near Southend-on-Sea on Wednesday after reports that a man working at height had fallen.
Gilbey, a self-employed electrician, died at the scene.
The force said it had arrested a man in his 40s on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.
"This is a joint investigation with the Health and Safety Executive and our inquiries are ongoing," a spokesperson added.
The incident happened at EGL Homecare, a manufacturing business in Campfield Road, where a single bouquet of flowers could be seen beside entrance gates on Thursday morning.
Gilbey, along with his mum and step dad, featured in eight series of Channel 4's Gogglebox, between 2013 and 2018, and he also appeared in Celebrity Big Brother in 2014.
C4 Gogglebox wrote on its official X account: "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Linda, and George's family and friends at this very sad time."
Gilbey ran his own company WindG Ltd in Clacton-on-Sea according to LinkedIn.
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Post by bluetornados on Apr 4, 2024 8:05:32 GMT
World's oldest man dies two months before his 115th birthday..by David Mouriquand i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2022/05/28/11/58395071-10863249-image-a-5_1653732389394.jpgThe world's oldest man, Juan Vicente Pérez Mora, has died aged 114 - just two months before what would have been his 115th birthday. Guinness World Records confirmed the news, stating: "After living through both World Wars, seeing the invention of the television, and witnessing the landing of a man on the moon, Juan Vicente also survived COVID-19 in 2020." Guinness World Records awarded the Venezuelan the distinction on 4 February 2022, when he was 112 years and 253 days, after Saturnino de la Fuente García died weeks earlier. Craig Glenday, Guinness World Records Editor-in-Chief, stated: "It’s been an honour to recognize and celebrate the incredible long life of Venezuela’s first ever fully authenticated supercentenarian man. Not only was Sr Perez Mora his country’s oldest citizen and the first South American recognised by GWR as the oldest living man, he is now history’s fourth oldest male whose age has been officially ratified." Glenday added: "How remarkable to think that we’ve just said goodbye to a man born before Louis Bleriot flew across the English Channel!" Pérez Mora was born on 27 May 1909 in Venezuela to Euquitio Pérez and Edelmira Mora and was living in Táchira state when he died. He had 11 children –six sons and five daughters– with Ediofina del Rosario García. They were married for 60 years until she died in 1997. He also had 42 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2022/05/28/11/58395067-10863249-image-a-6_1653732393494.jpg
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Post by bluetornados on Apr 7, 2024 21:16:44 GMT
Joe Kinnear: Former Wimbledon and Newcastle manager dies aged 77..
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Joe Kinnear ended his managerial career at Newcastle UnitedFormer Wimbledon and Newcastle United manager Joe Kinnear has died at the age of 77. Kinnear, who also managed Luton and Nottingham Forest, was diagnosed with dementia in 2015. His family said in a statement: "We are sad to announce that Joe passed away peacefully this afternoon surrounded by his family." Dublin-born Kinnear won 26 caps for the Republic of Ireland during his 11-year playing career. He started his career with Tottenham and made 258 appearances for the club, scoring twice in 10 seasons in north London. Kinnear won the FA Cup, the League Cup twice and the Uefa Cup at Spurs. He joined Brighton in 1975, but retired after just one season on the south coast when a knee injury curtailed his career. Kinnear's first role in management was with India's national side in 1983, before a stint with Nepal in 1987. He returned to English football with Doncaster Rovers in March 1989 but left at the end of the season having won just once in 11 matches. Kinnear's next role came with Wimbledon two-and-a-half-years later and he would spend more than seven years in south-west London. Inheriting the 'Crazy Gang' in January 1992, Kinnear guided Wimbledon to a sixth-place finish in his second full season in charge at the club, helping him to win the 1994 LMA Manager of the Year award. He registered two further top-10 finishes in the Premier League, but suffered a heart attack in March 1999 that saw him step away from the club. Kinnear returned to management with Luton Town in 2001 and enjoyed a brief spell with Nottingham Forest after over two years with the Hatters. The Irishman ended his managerial career with a short and controversial spell at Newcastle United. Following Kevin Keegan's resignation just a month into the 2008-09 season, Kinnear was appointed caretaker manager after a failed search for a permanent successor. In his opening news conference, he swore more than 50 times in front of the attending media and his spell lasted just 18 games before he stepped down following further heart problems. He returned to St James' Park in 2013 as Newcastle's director of football but he resigned after just seven months following criticism of the club's sale of Yohan Cabaye to Paris St-Germain. ichef.bbci.co.uk/onesport/cps/800/cpsprodpb/16F93/production/_133099049_kinnearpoint_gettyimages-1924326.jpgJoe Kinnear was Wimbledon manager for seven years, between 1992 and 1999Wimbledon thanked Kinnear on X for the "amazing memories" that the "true legend" had provided the club with during his time in the capital. Speaking after his side's victory against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou told Sky Sports: "I just heard. It is very sad. Our love goes to his family and friends. He will be remembered by everyone at this football club. It is a sad loss, but he will not be forgotten at this football club." Jason Euell, who played under Kinnear for four years at Wimbledon between 1995 and 1999, said: "Thank you for giving me my professional debut and playing a part in who I am today and who I was a player. Gone but never forgotten." Newcastle said the thoughts of the club were "with Joe's family and friends at this difficult time", while Luton and Tottenham also posted tributes. "Our thoughts and sympathies are with Joe's family and his many friends in football at this difficult time," the Football Association of Ireland said.
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Post by bluetornados on Apr 11, 2024 15:03:23 GMT
O.J Simpson: Former American footballer dies aged 76, family says..
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ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2024/4/11/43484694-6cdd-4eb0-90c7-67fe5296c258.jpgOJ Simpson, former American footballer who was controversially cleared of double murder, has died aged 76, his family says. Orenthal James Simpson rose to fame playing college football before playing in the NFL. In 1995, he was acquitted of the murder of his former wife Nicole Brown and a friend in a trial that gripped America. In 2008, he was sentenced to 33 years' imprisonment on charges of armed robbery. He was released in 2017. Simpson died of cancer on Wednesday, his family wrote on Twitter/X. "He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren," the statement read. Before 1994, Simpson was regarded with affection by the public, well known as a professional athlete, actor and million-dollar spokesman for several US companies. But that year, he was arrested as a suspect in the murder of his ex-wife Nicole Brown and her friend Ron Goldman. The ensuing trial gripped the nation, with his acquittal the following year proving hugely controversial. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/04/11/15/83513963-13297835-image-a-3_1712847348050.jpgIt was previously reported that Simpson had been battling prostate cancer and undergoing chemotherapy
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Post by trymer on Apr 11, 2024 18:27:20 GMT
O.J Simpson: Former American footballer dies aged 76, family says..
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ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2024/4/11/43484694-6cdd-4eb0-90c7-67fe5296c258.jpgOJ Simpson, former American footballer who was controversially cleared of double murder, has died aged 76, his family says. Orenthal James Simpson rose to fame playing college football before playing in the NFL. In 1995, he was acquitted of the murder of his former wife Nicole Brown and a friend in a trial that gripped America. In 2008, he was sentenced to 33 years' imprisonment on charges of armed robbery. He was released in 2017. Simpson died of cancer on Wednesday, his family wrote on Twitter/X. "He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren," the statement read. Before 1994, Simpson was regarded with affection by the public, well known as a professional athlete, actor and million-dollar spokesman for several US companies. But that year, he was arrested as a suspect in the murder of his ex-wife Nicole Brown and her friend Ron Goldman. The ensuing trial gripped the nation, with his acquittal the following year proving hugely controversial. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/04/11/15/83513963-13297835-image-a-3_1712847348050.jpgIt was previously reported that Simpson had been battling prostate cancer and undergoing chemotherapy I always thought that when his ex wife was murdered it was her boyfriend that was also killed but on the radio tonight they said that Ron Goldman was a waiter at a restaurant and that Nicole Brown had left something there and he was returning the item to her when she was attacked and that he tried to defend her. I also read that some of the jurors who found Simpson not guilty have said since that they have changed their minds and wish that they had found him guilty. |
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Post by bluetornados on Apr 15, 2024 14:43:36 GMT
Derek Underwood: England and Kent great dies aged 78..By Jack Skelton, BBC Sport.
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Derek Underwood took 297 wickets at an average of 25.83 for EnglandDerek Underwood, one of England and Kent's greatest ever bowlers, has died at the age of 78. Slow left-armer Underwood took 297 wickets in 86 Tests between 1966 and 1982, the most by any England spinner. He claimed 2,465 wickets in 676 first-class matches overall, representing only Kent, the county of his birth, in a stellar 24-year domestic career. Underwood was appointed an MBE in 1981 and was president of the Marylebone Cricket Club in 2009. He also took 32 wickets in 26 one-day internationals and would have represented England more but for joining World Series Cricket in 1977 and the rebel tour of South Africa in 1981-82. Nicknamed 'Deadly', Underwood was one of 55 inaugural members inducted into the International Cricket Council Hall of Fame when it launched in 2009. Kent Cricket chair Simon Philip said the club is "in mourning following the passing of one of its greatest ever players". He added: "Derek was an outstanding contributor to both Kent and England, winning trophies for club and country and etching his name in the history books forevermore." Known for his high level of accuracy, Underwood would often bowl much quicker than most spinners but was also able to deceive batters with variations of pace and length. He was particularly challenging to face on uncovered pitches that had been affected by rain, his faster pace helping to skid the ball on to batters quickly, while also able to extract turn on surfaces starting to dry out. "Watching Derek weave his unique magic on a wet wicket was a privilege for all who were able to witness it," added Philip. "His induction into the ICC Hall of Fame shows the esteem in which he was held in world cricket. "An advocate for growing our game worldwide whilst protecting our sport's rich heritage, Derek also made substantial contributions off the field as well as on it, and he will be sorely missed by everyone at Kent Cricket." Underwood is sixth on England's Test wicket-takers list, having taken 42 more scalps than the next spinner and seventh overall, Graeme Swann. Born in Bromley in 1945, Underwood made his Kent debut in 1963 aged just 17 before making his Test debut against West Indies three years later. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/04/15/14/83654753-13310233-image-a-53_1713186028620.jpgHe helped England to a famous win over Australia in the fifth Test of the 1968 Ashes at The Oval, taking the last four wickets to fall in just 27 balls during a frantic finale after the crowd had helped dry the ground following a rain delay. Underwood formed a productive partnership for England and Kent with wicketkeeper Alan Knott. Both players joined Kerry Packer's breakaway World Series Cricket in 1977, pausing their international careers until after the competition ended in 1979. Underwood's England career came to an end in 1982 when he joined a team led by Graham Gooch in touring South Africa, defying the sporting boycott of the country during the Apartheid. He scored his first and only first-class century against Sussex in 1984 at the age of 39, having gone in to bat as a nightwatchman. Underwood retired from cricket in 1987, having won three County Championships, two One-Day Cups, three National Leagues and three Benson & Hedges Cups for Kent. England and Wales Cricket Board chair Richard Thompson said: "It is always a sad day when a great of the English game passes away. "Derek Underwood will be remembered as one of the finest spin bowlers this country has ever produced, and his remarkable record is testament to his enduring skill. "Our thoughts are with Derek's friends and family, everyone at Kent, and everyone who knew and loved him."
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