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image captionAndrew Michael, pictured with his wife Carolyne and son Louis in their Brighton homeGogglebox star Andrew Michael has died at the age of 61, Channel 4 has confirmed.
He was well known for appearing on the series alongside his wife Carolyne and children Louis and Alex.
The family joined the show, which sees members of the public review the previous week's television, in 2013.
A statement from Channel 4 and producers Studio Lambert said he died after a short illness last weekend with his family by his side.
"Retired hotelier Andy, who brought much wit and insight to Gogglebox, was one of the show's original cast members, appearing in the very first episode in 2013," it said.
"Beloved father to Katy, Alex, Pascal and Louis, and cherished husband of Carolyne, Andy was a much-loved and respected member of the Gogglebox family, and he will be very sadly missed.
"Our love and thoughts are with Carolyne and the entire family. The family have asked for privacy at this very sad time."
We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Gogglebox star Andy Michael at the age of 61 following a short illness.
Our thoughts are with his family at this time. Andy will be truly missed by the entire Gogglebox family, cast and crew. pic.twitter.com/9swH4JA0RN
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Michael was the son of immigrant parents who came to the UK from Cyprus in 1951.
In 2015, he stood as the Ukip candidate for Hastings and Rye at the general election.
The family disappeared from the series while the election campaign took place, but returned when he was defeated.
Michael died in the same week as his Gogglebox co-star, Mary Cook, who was 92.
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