Gogglebox star Leon Bernicoff has died today (23/12/17), following a short illness, Channel 4 have said.
83-year-old Leon and his wife June were best known for their appearances on Gogglebox, where couples and families across Britain are filmed watching TV.
Sadly Leon passed away in hospital earlier today after “a short illness”.
Channel 4 and Studio Lambert said: "It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sad news that after a short illness Gogglebox's Leon Bernicoff passed away in hospital earlier today.
"Leon and his wife June were the first members of the public to be cast for Gogglebox back in early 2013, and they soon grew to become much-loved voices during the course of the show's 10 series to date.
"Leon's unique personality and sharp wit endeared him to fans of the show, as he contributed fully to Gogglebox's reputation as a programme full of warm humour and unvarnished opinion.
"To those of us that knew him personally, Leon was a man of unwavering principles who exerted a distinct paternal presence both on and off screen. He will be dearly missed by the entire Gogglebox family; cast and crew."
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend and #Gogglebox legend Leon. We will all miss him so very dearly. Our thoughts are with June and family at this incredibly sad time. 💔— C4 Gogglebox (@C4Gogglebox) December 23, 2017
So deeply saddened at the passing of our dear, dear Leon. He was and always will be the grandfather of #gogglebox - an absolute star who always made me laugh with his sharp wit and unshakable opinions. Much love and strength to June and the Bernicoff family. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/hFJdkNDBd1— Tania Alexander (@Tanialalexander) December 23, 2017
Sending all our love to June and family at this sad time on the passing of our tv legend Leon R.I.P 💔💔💔#gogglebox @Channel4— Lee And Jenny (@leegogglebox) December 23, 2017
Who knew that a man on the telly watching telly could be so inspirational. So kind, lovable and always bringing laughs every Friday night for 4 years. Leon was and is a national treasure. #RIPLeon #Gogglebox pic.twitter.com/CZwyehUH5k— super TV 24/7 (@superTV247) December 23, 2017
The critics critic. I once seen him slating Ant & Dec and they’re impossible to dislike! RIP the mighty Leon. #Gogglebox #Leon pic.twitter.com/uX6f7drbdW— Paddy McGuinness (@PaddyMcGuinness) December 23, 2017
Omg I've just heard!!! poor#leon— McCormicksGogglebox (@McCormicksGogg1) December 23, 2017
I'm gutted absolutely gutted. @LeonAndJune sending all our love and strength . So so sorry to hear this . Xxxx
@LeonAndJune Bless you Leon, you will be one of the brightest stars in the sky x #gogglebox #junegetmeacracker— sonia howden-glasgow (@soniahg10) December 23, 2017
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