BBC Homes Under the Hammer presenter Dion Dublin has announced the tragic death of his sister.
The former Manchester United and England striker paid an emotional tribute to the “backbone” of his family, Carmen, after she passed away.
Dion said: “Yesterday we lost our amazing sister Carmen, the heartbeat and backbone to our family. Our hearts are truly broken, we will be lost without you.”
Yesterday we lost our amazing sister Carmen, the heartbeat & backbone to our family
— Dion Dublin (@DionDublinsDube) July 11, 2022
Our hearts are truly broken, we will be lost without you ❤️ pic.twitter.com/kXDB4LQdmy
Celebrities rushed to support him on social media following the announcement.
Channel 5 News presenter Dan Walker replied: "So sorry to hear that my friend. Much love to the family."
Fellow former England striker Peter Crouch added: “Sorry to hear that Dion. Loads of love."
Vicky Pattison added: "I'm so sorry Dion... sending you all so much love.”
Since retiring from football Dion, 53, has worked regularly as a pundit for Sky Sports and more recently the BBC.
The star joined Lucy Alexander and Martin Roberts on Homes Under the Hammer in 2015.
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