Coronation Street star Luke Delaney has opened up about his shock at being woken up with some distressing news.
The muscly actor said he has been left devasted after his friend and training buddy Neil tragically died.
He said Neil’s death was sudden and he just wanted to give him “a hug” in a heartbreaking post on Instagram.
The star, who appeared in the ITV soap as extremist Dave Fairchild earlier this year, shared an emotional tribute to the fellow gym enthusiast alongside a photo of them together, and a video of a smiling Neil greeting him with a pint in each hand.
Luke described the moment he discovered his pal’s death, writing: “Babe, I’ve got some sad news … it’s your friend, Neil.