Davina McCall has shared the devasting news that her dad, Andrew, has died.
The former Big Brother star told fans of the news on Thursday on Instagram alongside a beautiful image of them together smiling.
Davina, 54, said her dad, who was 77, died a few days ago in a heartbreaking tribute.
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She began: "My Dad, Andrew, died on Monday night. He took a turn for the worse on Sunday but thankfully he wasn’t in pain. He was peaceful. I'm so grateful for that, and that we could be with him .."
The Masked Singer judge went on: "He was the best Dad I could ever wish for. My sister and I hit the jackpot. He always made time for us, opened his ( and my amazing mummas) house to all our friends, temporarily adopted mates of mine that needed help.
"He was a facilitator, always helping people with intros … he knew EVERYBODY. And they ALL loved him! I can’t imagine how many careers and businesses were started because of him."
She continued: "The word legend has been used many times to describe my Dad. He was a bon vivante, loved life, positive to the very end… 'it just works' was one of the last phrases he was able to say as Alzheimer’s robbed him of the power of speech.
"He lived life. He loved us. And we loved him. With all our hearts. He leaves an enormous hole in our lives."
Davina was raised by her grandparents after her mum and dad split up when she was three-years-old.
Her mum passed away in 2008, but Davina went on to build a relationship with dad and step-mum Gabby and went to live with them as a young teen.
Davina has been flooded with support since sharing her sad news.
Fellow presenter Fearne Cotton said: "I love you my friend. Prayers and love to you Dav. Here for you."
"So sorry for you and all the family Davina. I know how much you loved him," comedian John Bishop wrote.
Trigger Point and Line of Duty star Vicky McClure, who is an avid supporter of the Alzheimer's Society charity, shared: "I’m so so sorry to hear this Davina. Sending you and your family all my love."
"What a special man. Sending you love," Myleene Klass added.
The TV host spoke about her dad's health last year on World Alzheimer’s Day in September
Posting a photo with her step-mum Gabby by her father’s side, Davina wrote: "This is my Mum and Dad .. Dad ( Andrew … total legend ) has Alzheimer’s. My mum has cared for him so brilliantly. He is now in a wonderful home, where they take amazing care of him.
"It’s been hard on my mum but she was at breaking point. He is ok, but it is f**king heartbreaking this illness."
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