Tamzin Outhwaite has led the tributes after the sad death of Holly Willoughby's mother-in-law. The Eastenders star is related to the This Morning presenter, and is said to be 'devastated' after Sandra's passing, who is Holly's husband Dan Baldwin's mother.
Posting a touching tribute on social media, Tamzin said her aunt's death is 'taking a while to process', and she will 'miss their chats and time together'. Birmingham Live reports Tamzin took to Instagram, writing: "It is taking a while to process this but we lost a matriarch of our family on 7th July.
"Sandra Santi/Baldwin. My Godmother, my mum’s sister, my formidable, unique aunt who was like another mum to me whilst growing up. We watched her lose her husband (my godfather) when she had 4 young children.
"Sandra seemed to sail through life, cooking, laughing, being the hostess, the life and soul. She then lost her son and then her sister.
"I always believed you when you told me your age …you raised your children and led with laughter and joy and we will miss you so very much. You can now sit on the phone with my mum for 2 hours and fall asleep, before you see each other.
"Your incredible strength runs through your children and Grandchildren. I will miss our chats and time together. rest in peace my dear auntie #auntysandrissimo."
Tamzin was flooded with support from friends and fellow celebs, with one person writing: "Beautiful words Tamzin, she sounded such a wonderful Aunty and kind soul! The love she gave you, lives on in you. Sending you so much love and a great big cuddle."
Another said: "So sorry for loss was a wonderful woman she was a truly inspirational person she will be sadly missed thinking of you all."
A third typed: "I miss your mum every day,,,, and I will miss Sandra every day,,,, loved them both so much , sending you lots of love & a massive hug."
A fourth penned: "So sorry to hear this @glamzin - she was such an incredible woman. Sending you all so much love."
And someone else wrote: "She was a Lovely lady…..very sad to hear this news. RIP Sandra X."
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