TV presenter Keith Chegwin dies aged 60

TV favourite Keith Chegwin has sadly died at the age of 60 after losing his battle with a lung condition.

His family have released the following statement:

'We are heartbroken to share the news that Keith Chegwin sadly passed away following a long-term battle with a progressive lung condition, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, which rapidly worsened towards the end of this year.

'Keith died peacefully at home shortly after midnight on the 11th of December. His wife Maria, his daughter Rose and his son Ted were by his side.

'We would like to take this opportunity to thank Severn Hospice for the kindness, support and care they have shown us all over the last few weeks.

Keith was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. We would respectfully ask to be left to mourn his passing in private.'

Keith fronted a number of popular TV shows such as Saturday Superstore and It's A Knockout. He also appeared on Celebrity Big Brother as a contestant back in 2015.

Keith apologised to his fans back in June for not tweeting much. He wrote, 'Apologies for not tweeting. Back as soon as Xxx promise'.

In September he then wrote, 'Still not right. I will be back - But not for a bit yet. I’m so sorry'.

Our thoughts are with Keith's family at this sad time.

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