SEAN Lock’s 8 Out Of 10 Cats co-star Jon Richardson has revealed he idolised him in a heartbreaking tribute.
The tragic comic, 58, tragically died surrounded by his family after a battle with cancer.
Jon, who appeared on 8 Out Of 10 Cats and 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown as a fellow team captain with Lock has now led tributes.
He said: “I idolised Sean as a comic long before I became a comedian myself and ten years working alongside him didn’t diminish that in the least. An incredible comic brain and a truly unique voice.
“I’m devastated for his family today and sad for comedy that we have lost one of the very best.
“Undisputed, undefeated, carrot in a box champion. I will miss him.”
Jon also posted a picture from their show The Real Man’s Road Trip: Sean and Jon Go West of the pair enjoying a beer in a US bar.
Lock’s agent confirmed today the dad-of-three had passed away from cancer.
A statement from Off The Kerb Productions said: “It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Sean Lock.
“He died at home from cancer, surrounded by his family.
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“Sean was one of Britain’s finest comedians, his boundless creativity, lightning wit and the absurdist brilliance of his work, marked him out as a unique voice in British comedy.
“Sean was also a cherished husband and father to three children.
“Sean will be sorely missed by all that knew him.
“We kindly request that the privacy of his family and children is respected at this difficult time.”
TRAGIC DEATH
The star was previously diagnosed with skin cancer in 1990 while he worked as a labourer on a building site but it is not clear if the disease returned.
He went on to make a full recovery and has since worked with others to help raise awareness of the disease.
Other stars from the comedy world have also paid tribute to Lock – including 8 Out Of 10 Cats host Jimmy Carr.
He said: “Brutal news about Sean Lock today. I loved him.
“I’m watching clips of him right now – laughing & crying. I’ll miss him so much.”
Lock is married to Anoushka Nara Giltsoff and the pair have two daughters born in 2004 and 2006 and a son born in 2009 together.
