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Dale Meeks has tragically died at the age of 47 and tributes to the beloved actor have already begun pouring in. Dale’s brother Philip said in a statement to PA media that the soap star had died of heart failure and that his "heart was broken" by the sudden and tragic news. Another family member wrote on Facebook that there was "so much less to laugh about" after Dale's death.

Emmerdale has paid a moving tribute to one of its former stars Dale Meeks following his tragic death aged 47. The news was announced by a family member on Facebook on Sunday (April 23) and prompted an influx of tributes including from Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly.

Facebook, Chronicle Live reports. The actor played Simon Meredith on the popular ITV soap, which he appeared between 2003 and 2006 and also starred in Byker Grove for five series. More recently, he starred in ITV Drama The Hunt for Raoul Moat, as Moat's friend Rory Sutcliffe.

South Tyneside star's death at the age of 48. News of his death was broken by a family member on Facebook on Sunday afternoon, in a post that read: "So unbelievably sad. Brother in Law, mucca, side kick and just the BEST friend a lad could have wished for.

The brother of Emmerdale star Dale Meeks has said the actor was 'profoundly unwell' and 'let down' before his tragic death aged 47. The news was announced by a family member on Facebook on Sunday (April 23).

Late Emmerdale star Dale Meeks returned to TV for a final time just days before he died at the age of 47. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Dale, who portrayed Simon Meredith from 2003 to 2005, had passed away. While the exact cause of death is yet to be confirmed, tributes for the star have poured in from fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry.

READ MORE:Jonnie Irwin furious as he 'pulls himself off sickbed' to watch SpursThe Geordie actor was best known for his role as Simon Meredith in Emmerdale from 2003. His character was in a tumultuous relationship with Nicola King (Nicola Wheeler) which eventually ended when Nicola tried to seduce Simon's best friend. He left the soap in 2006 when his character jetted to Costa Rica.

Former Emmerdale actor Dale Meeks has tragically passed away aged 47. Dale appeared on the ITV soap as Simon Meredith from 2003 until the character's departure from the Yorkshire Dales in 2006. He also had roles in Byker Grover, Heartbeat and most recently The Hunt for Raoul Moat.

Ant and Dec are among those leading tributes to Emmerdale, Byker Grove and The Hunt for Raoul Moat star Dale Meeks following his tragic death aged 47.

Emmerdale actor Dale Meeks has died aged 47.

Emmerdale and The Hunt for Raoul Moat star Dale Meek has died aged 47. The actor's death was announced by a family member on Facebook, Chronicle Live reports.

ITV’s true crime drama details the manhunt for fugitive gunman Raoul Moat that gripped the nation in 2010. The Hunt for Raoul Moat reaches its conclusion tonight (April 18), wrapping up the tragic story of the killer and his victims.

Two men who helped Raoul Moat carry out a shooting spree and evade the police in 2010 were eventually jailed for their part in the crime.

It's been almost 13 years since Britain's largest manhunt took place in Northumbria, in a bid to detain gunman Raoul Moat.

ITV’s true crime drama recalling the manhunt for fugitive gunman Raoul Moat returns to screens on Monday (April 17). The Hunt for Raoul Moat shines a light on the human tragedies that lay behind Britain’s biggest manhunt, told through the eyes of those who sought to bring the violent killer to justice.

A new ITV drama exploring the shocking manhunt of killer Raoul Moat won't include an unusual moment featuring Paul Gascoigne.

ITV is launching a brand-new true crime drama that recalls one of the biggest manhunts in modern Britain. Premiering on Sunday (April 16), The Hunt for Raoul Moat shines a light on the human tragedies that lay behind Britain’s biggest manhunt, told through the eyes of those who sought to bring a violent killer to justice.

ITV is launching a brand-new true crime drama that recalls the manhunt for Raoul Moat, a huge search that involved a bizarre intervention from a footballing legend. Premiering on Sunday (April 16), The Hunt for Raoul Moat shines a light on the human tragedies that lay behind Britain’s biggest manhunt, told through the eyes of those who sought to bring a violent killer to justice.

In 2010 the country was rocked by Britain's biggest manhunt and 13 years on, ITV are set to shine a light on the human tragedies that lay behind the horror told through the eyes of those who sought to bring a violent killer to justice in its new drama.

The story of crazed killer Raoul Moat is being retold in a new ITV drama this weekend. But one part of the tragic tale that won't feature is the bizarre intervention of former England star Paul Gascoigne.

A drama surrounding the infamous 2010 manhunt for Raoul Moat will soon be aired on ITV1.

Camera are rolling on an ITV drama that tells the true story of Britain’s biggest ever police manhunt.

How do you think Gazza will get on? Let us know in the comments section But it really is going to be a test if he stays for the duration. ”L’Isola dei Famosi is based on UK endurance show Survivor.

ITV, viewers will hear a recording Moat made while holed up in a tent in woods close to Newcastle. It contains a chilling threat made after widespread media coverage of the case.

Rangers legend Paul Gascoigne has recalled trying to end a police stand off by offering to take the suspected killer fishing.