Gogglebox star Leon Bernicoff has died, aged 83

Gogglebox star Leon Bernicoff has died, aged 83

Postby dutchman » Sat Dec 23, 2017 7:46 pm

Leon, a popular contributor on the Channel 4 show, passed away after a short illness

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Gogglebox star Leon Bernicoff has sadly died at the age of 83.

Channel 4 confirmed the news today, revealing that that the retired teacher – a popular regular on the reality show for many years alongside his wife June – had passed away in hospital on Saturday, December 23.

"It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sad news that after a short illness Gogglebox's Leon Bernicoff passed away in hospital earlier today," the statement from Channel 4 and production company Studio Lambert read.

"Leon and his wife June were the first members of the public to be cast for Gogglebox back in early 2013, and they soon grew to become much-loved voices during the course of the show's 10 series to date.

"Leon's unique personality and sharp wit endeared him to fans of the show, as he contributed fully to Gogglebox's reputation as a programme full of warm humour and unvarnished opinion.

"To those of us that knew him personally, Leon was a man of unwavering principles who exerted a distinct paternal presence both on and off screen. He will be dearly missed by the entire Gogglebox family; cast and crew."

Leon is survived by his wife June, who also stars on the Channel 4 reality show, as well as his two daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren, who asked for privacy.

"Our thoughts are with June, his two daughters, sons-in -law and beloved grandchildren – all of whom have asked for their privacy to be respected at this incredibly sad time," the statement concluded.

The Tapper family added: "Sending all of our love to June and the family at this sad time. You'll be dearly missed, Leon."


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