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Bristolian Gogglebox star Mary Cook dies aged 92

By Ellie Pipe  Monday Aug 23, 2021

Tributes have been pouring in following the death of much-loved Gogglebox star Mary Cook at the age of 92.

The popular Bedminster local, who was famed for her appearances on the Channel 4 show alongside friend Marina Wingrove, died in hospital with her family by her side.

A statement from Channel 4 and producers Studio Lambert issued on behalf of her family said they were extremely saddened to share the news.

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Mary met fellow Bristolian Marina at St Monica Trust retirement village more than a decade ago and the two friends joined Gogglebox in 2016 at the start of series eight, becoming an instant hit with viewers.

Channel 4 and Studio Lambert paid tribute to the star in a statement, saying: “Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and dear friend to many, Mary, who worked in the hospitality trade, had been married and widowed twice.”

They continued: “Mary will be sorely missed by the entire Gogglebox family, cast and crew. Our love and thoughts are with Mary’s family, friends, and Marina. The family have asked for privacy at this sad time.”

Main image courtesy of Channel 4/Youtube

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