Voice of Welsh Rugby Dies in Sleep
Eddie Butler was hiking in Peru for the charity Prostate Cymru
Former Wales rugby captain and commentator Eddie Butler has died.
He passed away in his sleep while taking part in a fundraising hike for Prostate Cymru in Peru.
He was ambassador for the charity and it has posted this statement:
"The Prostate Cymru charity is devastated by the passing of its much loved ambassador Eddie Butler.
"Ed was the voice of Wales and we were honoured to have him as part of our charity. We will cherish the many memories we have of him.
"Over the last week Ed once again showed his generosity and steadfast commitment to good causes by joining 25 Prostate Cymru fundraisers, including his daughter Nell, on the Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu.
"In the early hours of Thursday 15 September, Ed passed away peacefully in his sleep at Ecoinka base camp in the Peruvian Andes. He leaves behind his wife Susan and six children, who are very much in our thoughts.
"The charity will not be making any immediate further comment. We also ask that the family’s privacy is respected during this difficult time."