Ant McPartlin has paid tribute to his co-star and friend Declan Donnelly's late brother. Father Dermott Donnelly tragically died last Friday following a short illness aged 55.
Ant McPartlin paid an emotional tribute to Father Dermott, calling him the “kindest, wisest man I knew”.
“Fr Dermott you were the kindest, wisest man I knew. Rest in peace my friend. You will never be forgotten", McPartlin tweeted. “My thoughts, prayers and love are with your wonderful family".
“The world has lost a special man. X A".
Fr Dermott you were the kindest, wisest man I knew. Rest in peace my friend. You will never be forgotten.
— antanddec (@antanddec) July 9, 2022
My thoughts, prayers and love are with your wonderful family.
The world has lost a special man. X
A
Last Friday, Declan Donnelly said that he was "beyond devastated" following Fr Dermott's death.
I am heartbroken to tell you that my darling brother Fr Dermott, @TweeterPriest, sadly passed away this afternoon. We are all beyond devastated. Thank you for your messages of sympathy and support, they are appreciated 🙏
— antanddec (@antanddec) July 8, 2022
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