Lorraine Kelly has revealed her father John has died at the age of 84.
The TV presenter, 66, made the heartbreaking announcement on Saturday as she shared a photo of herself with her dad alongside an emotional tribute.
Lorraine noted John had been ‘in poor health’ recently but his passing had still come as a ‘shock’.Â
She wrote:Â ‘My dad has died. I am mourning the man who bought me a telescope when I was five years old, who watched the moon landings with me and taught me to always be curious and interested in everything.
‘He was in poor health but it has still been a shock. Any of you who have experienced a similar loss will know how my brother Graham and I are feeling.
‘Our priority is taking care of my mum and the family would very much appreciate privacy at this distressing time.’
Lorraine Kelly has revealed her father John has died at the age of 84
Lorraine received several messages of condolence from her friends and followers including Vanessa Feltz who wrote: ‘Lorraine I am so terribly sorry to hear this. I know what a close and loving family you are. Sending love and my deepest condolences. Vanessa.’
TV presenter Charlotte Hawkins wrote: ‘Lorraine I’m so sorry to hear that, heartbreaking for you. Sending loads of love.’
Dawn French added: ‘Love wrapped around you’ and former First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon wrote: ‘Sending love Lorraine x’.Â
Dr Amir Khan, who regularly appears on Lorraine’s ITV chat show wrote: ‘Lorraine I’m so sorry. I know how close you are to your family – sending you all the love.’
