CELEBS Go Dating star London Hughes has been left devastated following the death of her brother – six days after his cancer diagnosis.
Taking to Instagram, comedian London, 35, posted an emotional tribute to her sibling Alex, describing her shock and heartbreak over his sudden passing on Monday.
Celebs Go Dating star London Hughes has been left devastated following the death of her brother[/caption]
Sharing a string of photos together, she wrote: “My brother Alex passed away today. He got diagnosed with Kidney cancer on Tuesday, none of us (including him) even knew that he was sick….
“Now he’s in heaven and back on earth my mum will have to bury her first born son. I’m in so much shock….”
London revealed that Alex’s health deteriorated rapidly, adding: “My brother’s battle with cancer was sudden and quick, he was at work living his life one week and then in hospital the next, but he was brave and fought hard, his last words to me were ‘I’m fighting this! I’ll be okay! I love you sis..’
“In December I decided to throw my family a private Christmas dinner and for fun I made everyone give a speech.
“My brother Alex is usually a man of few words but the words he spoke that night now mean more to me than I can ever convey in an Instagram post…. I had no idea that that night, I was filming my brother’s last ever speech to me.
“My brother was a security guard, he’s worked for celebrities and even did the Royal wedding… I always joked that when I got mega famous in America I’d fly him out so he could be my security one day and it physically pains me that I never got the chance to make that happen.
“But the truth is, my brother has been my security guard my whole life. He’s been my biggest supporter, biggest cheerleader, he’s always had my back, he’d do anything for me, he’s the kindest, sweetest, most humble guy I’ve ever known. Not a single mean bone in his 6ft4 body.
“He was gentle, loyal, kind and had the most perfect laugh…. He always worked hard and was a loving and devoted father to my niece and nephews. He loved us all so much, he’d do anything for his family. The world is truly at a loss without him in it.
“I urge you all to hug your family members tight tonight in memory of my brother Alex, because life can be so unusually cruel and you never know when a hug may be your last.
“I can’t believe he’s gone. I love you so much brother.
Please pray for my mum and the rest of my family, we’re all completely heartbroken.”
London’s heartbreaking post was met with an outpouring of love and support from her celebrity friends.
Charlene White commented: “Oh my darling, these are such beautiful but devastating words. He sounds like such a wonderful man, who I’m sure was just so proud of you. I’m sorry that you and your family are navigating the pain of grief. Sending you so much love xx.”
Emily Atack added: “My god this is devastating. So emotional reading your post. I’m so so so sorry London. Sending all love and strength to you and your family xxx.”
Judi Love said: “Oh my God! Hun this is truly heartbreaking so sorry for you and your family lost. Praying for you all in the most heartbreaking shocking time.”
While Tamzin Outhwaite wrote: “So sorry darling girl. Sending you love and strength.”
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Kate Lawler concluded: “This is heartbreaking London. I’m so deeply sorry and my thoughts are with you all. Alex’ speech too. Heaven just gained the kindest soul x.”
Born in 1989, London is named after her hometown but spent most of her teenage years living in Brighton.
She got her big TV break as a presenter on CBBC and she also made regular appearances on iconic children’s show Blue Peter.
London launched a comedy YouTube series, No Filter, which has amassed thousands of views across three series.
The television writer and presenter has also enjoyed success with a self-written sitcom 28 Dates Later which aired on BBC Radio Four.
It comes just six days after his cancer diagnosis[/caption]
Taking to Instagram, comedian London posted an emotional tribute to her sibling[/caption]
She shared a string of photos together[/caption]
