Gogglebox paid tribute to one of the show's stars Pete McGarry after his death from bowel cancer aged 71 was revealed on Tuesday.
At the end of Friday night's episode an image of Pete alongside his wife Linda was shown with the message: 'In Loving Memory: Pete McGarry 1950-2021' underneath.
The picture showed Pete sat next to his beloved Linda on the sofa where they filmed the Channel 4 show.
Sad: Gogglebox paid tribute to one of show's stars Pete McGarry after his death from bowel cancer aged 71 was revealed on Tuesday
Pete's cause of death was revealed earlier this week as his wife Linda confirmed he passed away after a battle with bowel cancer over the weekend.
She revealed he had been diagnosed with the disease earlier in the year but despite a recent operation to remove the tumour, was told he only had six months to live.
Tragically, he died just days after the prognosis, with Linda telling The Sun: 'Pete was a lovely man and I was so lucky to have him for 25 years.
Illness: Pete died from bowel cancer just days after being told he had six months to live, according to his doting wife, Linda
'I said to him, 'we've not only been 25 years, it's been day and night with each other.' He was my life.'
A statement issued on behalf of the family on Monday said: 'We are deeply saddened to announce that Gogglebox star Pete McGarry passed away at the age of 71 this weekend with his family by his side after a short illness.
'Pete will be dearly missed by the entire Gogglebox family, cast and crew. Our thoughts are with Linda, their children and grandchildren.'
'Since 2000, Pete and Linda have fostered over 100 children and he is a beloved father, husband and grandfather. The family have asked for privacy at this sad time.'
Tragedy: The TV star's passing was announced by his family in a statement on Monday, revealing he passed away over the weekend following a 'short illness'
Pete and Linda's son George last shared a snap of his family on Instagram on May 6.
Following the news of Pete's passing, many Gogglebox fans took to social media to pay tribute, including presenter Paddy McGuinness, who wrote: 'Such a shame, one of the OG's. RIP.'
Another fan posted: 'RIP Pete. Sending all my love and hugs to Linda, George and all family,' while a third added: 'RIP Pete and condolences to Linda and the family.'
One also tweeted: 'One of my favourite blokes on Gogglebox. Quiet and unassuming. RIP Pete. Sad day.'
Touching: Pete and Linda's son George last shared a snap of his family on Instagram on May 6
Rest in peace: Following the news of Pete's passing, many Gogglebox fans took to social media to pay tribute, including presenter Paddy McGuinness
As well as appearing on Gogglebox, Pete and his wife also fostered several children over the
