Britain’s Got Talent stars have paid tribute to Ian Royce following his sudden death.
The stand-up comedian was the warm-up act for the hit talent show, before he sadly passed away on Tuesday at the age of 51.
The news of Ian’s passing was confirmed on his Twitter account yesterday by his daughter Roxanne, in a statement reading: “It is with our greatest regret that we have to tell you all that Ian has passed away today from severe pneumonia and multiple organ failure.
“He was in no pain and was surrounded by friends and family. He put up a good fight but is in a better place now.”
It is with our greatest regret that we have to tell you all that Ian has passed away today from severe pneumonia and multiple organ failure. He was in no pain and was surrounded by friends and family. He put up a good fight but is in a better place now. Roxanne x
— Ian Royce (@officialroycey) September 1, 2020
Following the news of Ian’s passing, his Britain’s Got Talent co-stars shared their tributes to the comedian on social media.
Ant and Dec wrote: “So sorry to hear this news Roxanne, he was a legendary character and will not be forgotten. He was always so proud of you too. You are in our thoughts and prayers xx”
In a separate tweet, the presenting duo said: “We are sorry to hear of the passing of Ian ‘Roycey’ Royce. (@officialroycey) He was an integral part of the #BGT team for many years.
“Our thoughts are with his beloved Roxy and all his family. RIP Roycey. We’ll never forget you. X”
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Ian ‘Roycey’ Royce. (@officialroycey) He was an integral part of the #BGT team for many years. Our thoughts are with his beloved Roxy and all his family. RIP Roycey. We’ll never forget you. X
— antanddec (@antanddec) September 1, 2020
Meanwhile former judge on the talent show Piers Morgan wrote: “RIP Ian ‘Roycey’ Royce. Funniest warm-up man in showbiz and a legend in the TV industry.
“Worked with him on @BGT, @AGT & most of my Life Stories shows. Great guy, very loyal friend, & such a proud dad to his daughter Roxanne. Thanks for all the laughs mate.”
Other famous famous faces in the showbiz industry also paid tribute to Ian, including Rylan-Clark Neal, Laura Whitmore and Davina McCall.
RIP Ian ‘Roycey’ Royce.
Funniest warm-up man in showbiz and a legend in the TV industry. Worked with him on @BGT, @AGT & most of my Life Stories shows. Great guy, very loyal friend, & such a proud dad to his daughter Roxanne. Thanks for all the laughs mate. pic.twitter.com/gmqfi88fI8— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) September 1, 2020
Can’t believe Roycey has passed away. A gent. And a big shoulder to cry on on XFact. RIP Roycey x
— R Y L A N (@Rylan) September 1, 2020
What an extraordinary, brilliant, funny man. Rest in peace dear Roycey ❤️
— Laura Whitmore ⚡️ (@thewhitmore) September 1, 2020
Oh Roxanne . I’m so sorry . 💔 thinking of you …
— Davina McCall (@ThisisDavina) September 1, 2020
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