George Gilbey's family and friends are facing a tough time as they attempt to raise enough funds for the funeral of the much-loved star.
27.03.2024 - 18:57 / ok.co.uk
Celebrity Big Brother and Gogglebox star George Gilbey has sadly passed away today (March 27).
Tributes have poured in online for the star who was described as "one in a million." George - who was best known for making the nation laugh from the comfort of his sofa with his mum and step-dad - has died at aged 40 following a reported accident at his workplace.
Tributes have begun flooding in for the TV star, with one fan writing on social media: "Absolutely speechless. Rest in eternal peace George James Gilbey." Another said he was, "one in a million". Former Geordie Shore star Ricci Guarnaccio also tweeted his sadness about losing his "brother".
He wrote: "Breaks my [heart emoji] but @georgegilbey you are well and truly going to be missed my friend. Always lit up the room, cared for others & the memories we made I'll cherish for ever brother. From CBB to speaking to you last week, I'm going to hugely miss you ma boiii!"," he continued.
Essex Police this afternoon also said: "We received a report of an incident at Campfield Road in Shoebury at around 10am this morning (27 March), during which a man who was working at height had fallen and sustained an injury. "The ambulance service including air ambulance were in attendance. Sadly, the man died at the scene.
"We will continue liaising with partners including the Heath and Safety Executive. A cordon remains in place at the scene." The beloved TV star famously appeared on the Channel 4 show alongside his step-dad Pete and mum Linda.
The family first appeared on the show in 2013 for the second series.
The family from Essex then left the show in 2014 - but George stepped into the Celebrity Big Brother house the same year. He then made it all the way to the final with the support
George Gilbey's family and friends are facing a tough time as they attempt to raise enough funds for the funeral of the much-loved star.
George Gilbey's grieving family and friends have been attempting to raise funds for the Gogglebox star's funeral after his tragic death. So far, only half of the £5,000 goal to give George a fitting send-off has been raised.The reality TV favourite was involved in a tragic accident at the end of March 2024, falling from a warehouse roof in Essex at the age of 40, leaving behind his young daughter whom he welcomed with Gemma Conway in 2016.
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