Emmerdale and Byker Grove star Dale Meeks dies aged 47 as Ant and Dec lead tributes to 'loveliest of guys'

Tributes have poured in for Emmerdale star Dale Meeks, following the announcement of the actor's death, aged 47.

Ant and Dec, who co-starred with Dale in CBBC teen drama Byker Grove wrote in a tweet on their joint account: "We are so incredibly sorry to hear the very sad news of Dale's passing.Diane Abbott suspended as Labour MP over 'deeply offensive' comments suggesting Jews do not face racism"He was the loveliest of guys, even though he was a Denton 'Burner', the the arch nemesis of the Byker 'Grovers'! A sad loss at such a young age. RIP Dale.

Ant and Dec called Meeks "the loveliest guy" in a touching tribute to their former Byker Grove co-star.In the post, the relative wrote: "So unbelievably sad. Brother in Law, mucca, side kick and just the BEST friend a lad could have wished for. "RIP Dale Meeks. So much less to laugh about now you're not there to share it with."The post continued: "Thanks everyone for all the beautiful messages and memories you have been sharing.

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