TV magician Paul Daniels dies, aged 77

TV magician Paul Daniels has died at the age of 77.

The TV star, famous for the long-running Paul Daniels Magic Show, was diagnosed with a brain tumour earlier this year.

Paul and Debbie on their wedding day in April 1988 (PA)

A statement from his publicist read: “[He] passed away peacefully at home with [wife] Debbie at his side in the early hours of this morning.

“Debbie and the family would like to thank everyone for their support and asks that their privacy be respected at this sad time.”

Click here to see A Life in Pictures: How Paul Daniels Became Britain's Top TV Magician

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