Gogglebox star George Gilbey has died on the age of 40 following a tragic work accident.
George appeared on the Channel 4 present alongside his mum Linda McGarry and stepdad Pete. They joined the present in 2013. George went on to star on Superstar Large Brother in 2014. The household then returned to Gogglebox in 2016.
Linda is reportedly “in bits” over her son’s tragic demise, which comes lower than three years after she misplaced her beloved associate Pete.
Gogglebox star George Gilbey demise
George Gilbey “fell from top” whereas at work at a warehouse, in keeping with reviews.
The incident occurred at round 10am and an ambulance was known as to the scene. Essex Police stated in an announcement: “We acquired a report of an incident at Campfield Street in Shoebury at round 10am this morning (March 27), throughout which a person who was working at top had fallen and sustained an harm.
“The ambulance service together with air ambulance have been in attendance. Sadly, the person died on the scene.”
Linda McGarry ‘in bits’ over son George Gilbey’s demise
In keeping with considered one of George‘s shut pals, Linda is “in bits” over her son’s demise.
The pal advised The Solar: “It will hit his household very arduous, particularly Linda. First, she misplaced Pete, now her son as properly.
“She is extremely emotional. George was like her little treasure.”
In 2021, Linda misplaced her associate Pete following his battle with bowel most cancers. Pete died together with his household by his aspect, an announcement from Gogglebox introduced on the time.
Pete McGarry demise
Linda later spoke out about Pete’s demise, telling The Solar: “Pete was a stunning man and I used to be so fortunate to have him for 25 years. I stated to him, ‘We’ve not solely been 25 years, it’s been day and night time with one another.’ He was my life.”
Tributes have poured in for George in addition to condolences to Linda.
One particular person stated on-line: “Such unhappy information – sending condolences to Linda. George was a fantastic character on #Gogglebox, then later in CBB.”
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One other wrote: “My coronary heart breaks for Linda. First Pete and now George. RIP George.”
A Gogglebox spokesperson stated: “Our ideas and deepest condolences are with Linda, and George’s household and pals at this very unhappy time. The household have requested for privateness.”
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