TV veteran Sir Bruce Forsyth has died at the age of 89, his manager has said.
The statement read: “It is with great sadness that the Forsyth family announce that Sir Bruce passed away this afternoon, peacefully at his home surrounded by his wife Wilnelia and all his children.
“A couple of weeks ago, a friend visited him and asked him what he had been doing these last eighteen months.
“With a twinkle in his eye, he responded “I’ve been very, very busy… being ill!” Unfortunately, not long after this, his health deteriorated and he contracted bronchial pneumonia.
The Bruce you saw really was the man he was. We'll miss him so much.
— Claudia Winkleman (@ClaudiaWinkle) August 18, 2017
He was the King of TV, the Prince of performers and the most generous of people… all toe-tapping twinkle, all kindness, all love….
— Claudia Winkleman (@ClaudiaWinkle) August 18, 2017
Very very sad to hear about my old chum Sir Bruce Forsyth…RIP Brucie…didn't he do well. ❤️⭐️
— Basil Brush (@realbasilbrush) August 18, 2017
RIP the quite brilliant entertainer Sir Bruce Forsyth. Loved by all. Sleep peacefully sir x
— Paul Chuckle (@PaulChuckle2) August 18, 2017
Very sad to hear the news about Sir Bruce Forsyth. Grew up watching and loving him. Privileged to have seen him work up close on Strictly ❤️
— Gabby Logan (@GabbyLogan) August 18, 2017
“The family would like to express their thanks to the many people who have sent cards and letters to Bruce wishing him well over his long illness and know that they will share in part, the great, great loss they feel.
“There will be no further comment at the moment and it would be much appreciated if the privacy of Sir Bruce’s family is respected at this most difficult time.”
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BBC Director-General, Tony Hall said: “Sir Bruce was one of the greatest entertainers our country has ever known. He has delighted millions of people and defined Saturday night television for decades, with shows like the Generation Game and, most recently, Strictly. His warmth and his wit were legendary.
Thank you for the laughter you brought to our stage – RIP Sir Bruce Forsyth #SirBruceForsyth pic.twitter.com/TcIOHdnCM6
— London Palladium (@PalladiumLondon) August 18, 2017
“I’ve never seen anyone quite like him when it comes to performing in front of a crowd. He had a remarkable chemistry with his audience – that’s what made him such an amazing professional and why he was so loved.
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“He has been part of all of our lives, and we’ll miss him dearly.”
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