Phillip Schofield shared the sad news his mother Pat had died by sharing a heartfelt tribute.
The 62-year-old posted on his Instagram Story to announce the news, where he shared several photographs of his “peaceful, beautiful and dignified” mum.
The first post read: “Today, at 3pm and after a heartbreaking weekend my magnificent mum decided it was time to go to her beloved Brian.
“Over three days, we held her, loved her, hugged her and said everything that needed to be said.
“She was calm, peaceful, beautiful and dignified. I will forever be proud and privileged that she was my mum.”
He added: “I love you mum, forever,” along with a heartbroken emoji.