Gogglebox star, 40, dies after fall from height

George Gilbey appeared on Gogglebox with his mother Linda Gilbey and stepfather Peter McGarry

Television personality George Gilbey has died after suffering a fall while at work.

Essex Police said it was called to a road in Shoebury, near Southend-on-Sea, after a report that a man working at height had fallen.

The 40-year-old died at the scene.

Gilbey starred in eight series of Channel 4’s Gogglebox and also Celebrity Big Brother on Channel 5.

C4 Gogglebox wrote on its official X account: “George was part of the Gogglebox family for eight series alongside his mum Linda and step-dad Pete.

“Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Linda, and George’s family and friends at this very sad time.”

His stepfather Peter McGarry died in 2021, aged 71.

George Gilbey took part in Celebrity Big Brother in 2014

Gilbey was one of the early regulars featured on reality show Gogglebox, appearing between 2013 and 2018.

He appeared on 24-7 reality contest Celebrity Big Brother in 2014, finishing in fourth.

Former Geordie Shore personality Ricci Guarnaccio, who appeared in Celebrity Big Brother alongside Mr Gilbey, posted on X, formerly known as Twitter: “You are well and truly going to be missed my friend.

“Always lit up the room, cared for others and the memories we made I’ll cherish forever brother.”

He said they spoke to one another last week.

EastEnders actress Daniella Westbrook shared a photo of Gilbey on Instagram and wrote: “Goodnight, my darling friend George. I’m absolutely gutted.”

Essex Police said it was called to the incident in Campfield Road at about 10:00 GMT after “a man who was working at height had fallen and sustained an injury”.

“We will continue liaising with partners including the Heath and Safety Executive,” said a force spokesperson.

“A cordon remains in place at the scene.”

An air ambulance also attended.

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