Loose Women star Gloria Hunniford's husband dies aged 85
Loose Women panelist Gloria Hunniford's husband Stephen Way has sadly died at the age of 85.
The broadcaster married the celebrity hairdresser back in 1998, and they celebrated their 25th anniversary together last year. His family has announced (via The Mirror) that he passed away on Tuesday, August 13 after a short illness.
In a statement, Hunniford said: "Stephen was a gentleman and a giant of a man, who will leave the most enormous void not only in my life, but our entire family.
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"He was an incredibly kind, generous, and caring man, with a delightfully quirky sense of humour, which remained till the end. We had a tremendously happy 25-year marriage and did so many beautiful and exciting things together that I will always cherish.
"It's a great shock and words cannot express my sadness at this time. A bright shining light has dimmed, and he shall be missed at every turn."
Way had multiple health issues over the years, including a heart attack in 2004, and two strokes, the second of which left him partially blind in one eye. He also fractured the base of his spine in an accident in 2019.
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Last year, they returned to Hever Castle in Kent, the venue where they married, to celebrate the 25 years of marriage. Speaking to Hello magazine, she revealed the secret to their long-lasting relationship.
"Of course, there is physical attraction, but our relationship is full of kindness and humour. We enjoy talking to each other. Talk, talk, talk – that is a wonderful thing."
Loose Women airs every weekday on ITV1 from 12:30pm and streams on ITVX.
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