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Ryan Paton

Gogglebox Lee Riley's partner pens touching tribute to reality star after BAFTA win

Steve Mail has penned a touching tribute to his Gogglebox star boyfriend, Lee Riley.

The entertainment personality has established himself as a fan favourite on the popular Channel 4 programme for his hilarious observations on the week's best TV alongside long-time pal, Jenny Newby. The Gogglebox cast were in jubilant spirits last night after the show won Best Reality and Constructed Factual award at the BAFTAs.

Lee accepted the award on behalf of the cast at the prestigious ceremony. Steve lives in Cyprus and he took to Instagram to issue a heartfelt message from the Mediterranean island.

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He said: "I am literally the proudest man in northern Cyprus right now a massive congratulations to Channel 4 and studio Lambert and the cast of Gogglebox on tonight’s well deserved BAFTA win.

He added: "And to the love of my life who I am so proud of accepting the award for the best show on TV see you soon in the sunshine love you to the moon and back."

Followers flooded the comments to congratulate the Gogglebox cast after the win.

Bex posted: "So chuffed! Well deserved "

Karen added: "Many many congratulations to all the Gogglebox Gang. Well deserved"

Michelle said: "Aw so unbelievably proud of them both, the cast and the team behind it all."

Sheelagh commented: "Looking terriffic, Lee you're amaze!!"

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