Declan Donnelly has been left heartbroken following the death of his older brother.
The diocese of Hexham and Newcastle confirmed the 55-year-old Catholic priest brother of the ITV star has died following a short illness. They said that Father Dermott Donnelly died peacefully in hospital on Friday afternoon, July 8.
A statement shared by the diocese of Hexham and Newcastle said: "It is with great sadness that we have to inform you of the death of Fr Dermott Donnelly who died peacefully this afternoon in hospital. This has come as a great shock to all of us. Please pray for the repose of his soul and keep his family, especially his mother, in your prayers at this difficult time. Funeral arrangements will follow when finalised."
