Gladiators star Falcon, whose real name is Bernadette Hunt, has died at the age of 59 with the ITV star’s brother-in-law confirming the news.
Taking to social media the on-screen star’s family said they are in “great sadness” after she lost her battle to cancer.
Rick Jango, the partner of Bernadette’s sister, announced the sad news in a public Facebook Group with a heartfelt tribute as he described the ITV star as “one of the loveliest people” he’s ever met.
Accompanied by a photo taken of Bernadette while on Gladiators, he wrote: “It is with great sadness that I have to tell you of my partner’s younger sister Bernadette Hunt.
“Most people will remember her as Falcon From the hit TV Show Gladiators.”
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Rick continued: “I had the privilege to be in her company a few times and I have to say she was one of the most loveliest people I have ever met.
“She never had a bad word to say about anyone, indeed she was always known a the nicest Gladiator always stopping to speak and sign autographs for anyone”.
“She had been battling cancer for a number of years until sadly she lost he fight. RIP Bernie.”
He confirmed in a comment response to a tribute that the funeral would be private and family only.
Her sister Carol penned: “My beautiful sister was the best kind of human being on this earth.”
Bernadette’s co-star Suzanne Cox, who was better known as Vogue, wrote: “I found out a few days ago.”
Fans also rushed to comment on the post as they shared condolence messages following the sad news.
One wrote: “Oh lovely Bernie… I’m so sorry to hear this… I had the great pleasure of knowing and working with her in our local village pub in the early 90s. Never a happier smilier soul I have met. Sending huge condolences and much love. Rest well Bernie.”
Another commented: “Oh I’m so sad to hear this. Bernie was just the loveliest person. So warm and friendly. Please send my love and condolences to the family. Xx.”
A third added: “I wouldn’t be the person I am today if it hadn’t been for Bernie. It was she who convinced me to do my training to become an aerobic instructor in her days before Gladiators and had the pleasure of working with her at Basingstoke Sports Centre. She was the loveliest of ladies, a beautiful soul with the biggest heart and smile. My thoughts are with her family.”
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