Cops & Channel 4 issue statement on Gogglebox star George Gilbey’s tragic death

They said: “This will hit his family very hard, especially Linda.One pal wrote: “Absolutely speechless. Rest in eternal peace George James Gilbey.

Cops have confirmed the death of George Gilbey
Cops have confirmed the death of George Gilbey
George was most well known for his time on Gogglebox with his family
George was most well known for his time on Gogglebox with his familyCredit: Handout

“Most people keep themselves to themselves here. George lived with his mum. He was well liked and a popular man, it’s so terrible what happened, a real shock.Essex Police 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.Mum Sharon Howell, 63, said the “selfless” Gogglebox star was just like the well-loved man that he appeared on TV.“He was so friendly, just like he appeared on TV.

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A group of the star’s closest friends were said to have met in a pub in Clacton-on-Sea tonight – where George lived – to celebrate his life over a drink.”He was a bit of a party lad, but he was good entertainment for everyone who knew him.Linda said her son had been left “really cut up” at the time.

‘George was a really nice bloke’

“Always lit up the room, cared for others and 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 my boy.

George was much loved on CBB and made it all the way to the final impressing viewers.
One of his pals continued: “George was George. He was a good bloke with a big heart who loved his family.
“The ambulance service including air ambulance were in attendance.
“George was like her little treasure.”
She said: “Pete was a lovely man and I was so lucky to have him for 25 years.
Linda said her son had been left “really cut up” at the time.
“Nobody deserves this to happen so young – 40 is no age and to die at work is horrific.
He passed away days after being told he had six months left to live.

“I said to him, ‘We’ve not only been 25 years, it’s been day and night with each other’. He was my life.”

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“You were the happiest, the life of the party and such a big part of the HTA family. You will be very missed, RIP George.”He captioned the photo, which sat alongside a pic of a gym card: “Done. Full membership.”By THOMAS GODFREY and GEORGIE ENGLISH”He had started going to the gym in the evenings and working very hard to do well for his family.”He had started going to the gym in the evenings and working very hard to do well for his family.
“Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Linda, and George’s family and friends at this very sad time. The family have asked for privacy.”
GEORGE Gilbey was snapped smiling just days before his tragic death this morning.
ONE of George’s close pals told The Sun that his beloved mum, Linda McGarry, has been left devastated over her son’s untimely passing.

“A cordon remains in place at the scene.””Thinking of all your family – life’s really is cruel and tomorrow is never promised.””Sadly, the man died at the scene.ESSEX Police and Channel 4 have released a statement following the sudden death of Gogglebox star George Gilbey.She told The Sun: “George was a really nice bloke, he said to be if there’s anything you need I can help you.“My mate text and asked if I’d heard about his death. I was shocked that I started crying. It’s so terrible, he was 40, that’s no age.

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As a spokesperson for Gogglebox – where George first hit our screens – released a statement.

“I’m absolutely gutted xxx.”
“Love you GG.”
TV star Ricci Guarnaccio, best known for his time on Geordie Shore, also paid tribute to George.
She wrote: “Gone too soon. Good night, my darling friend George.

“We will continue liaising with partners including the Heath and Safety Executive.A spokesperson for Channel 4 added: “George was part of the Gogglebox family for eight series alongside his mum Linda and step-dad Pete.Cops say the beloved TV personality died earlier this morning after falling from a height in Shoebury.

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The police cordon remains in place at the EGL Homecare site, which he is believed to have fatally fallen from.Pete died suddenly in 2021 at the age of 71 from bowel cancer.George was George. He was a good bloke with a big heart who loved his family

George's mum is said to have been left 'in bits' over his death
George’s mum is said to have been left ‘in bits’ over his deathCredit: Instagram
George also appeared on Celebrity Big Brother
George also appeared on Celebrity Big BrotherCredit: Rex

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