Jason Manford defended by Dan Walker for sharing text message to Sean Lock after death
Comedian Jason Manford shared his heartbreak yesterday following the death of Sean Lock. The funnyman died aged 58, surrounded by his closest family following a battle with cancer.
Following the news of his death, Sean’s 8 Out Of 10 co-star Jason Manford, 40, took to social media to share a touching tribute.
The Salford-born entertainer explained that he was “absolutely gutted” and “heartbroken” for Sean’s wife and three children.
Sean and Jason starred alongside one another on the popular Channel 4 panel show between 2007 and 2010.
However, some have since hit out at Jason’s decision to share a screenshot of the text message, in which he sent Sean his best wishes.
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Alongside Jason’s screenshot, which has since been deleted, he wrote: “I texted him couple of weeks ago and I’m now so glad I did. If you’ve a friend who’ve you not spoken to for a while, drop them a message and check in. It could be the last time. RIP Sean.”
His text message to Sean, dated July 28 read: “Hi Sean, hope you and your family are doing okay.
“Did Countdown last week and missed having you there. I often think back to my days on Cats with you & how much I appreciated working with you, the buzz I’d get on the rare occasion something I said would make you laugh.”
He went on to write: “Anyway, just wanted to check in and wish you and your family all the best. Lots of love and hopefully see you soon. Jason.”
Moments before sharing his text, Jason tweeted: “I’m absolutely gutted about this.”
He continued: “So heartbroken for his wife and children. One of the funniest men I’ve ever worked with and I used to adore occasionally making him laugh on my first proper telly job, 8 Out Of 10 Cats. RIP mate xx.”
Confirming Sean’s death, a spokesperson from Off The Kerb Productions issued a statement saying: “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.”
They added: “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.”
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