Phillip Schofield shares touching final photos with his mum Pat as he pays tribute after her death
PHILLIP Schofield has shared some touching final photos with his mum Pat after announcing her death.
The TV presenter, 62, shared the heartbreaking news yesterday, revealing Pat had passed away aged 88.
Phillip later took to social media to share fond memories with his beloved mum.
One photo showed them cuddling up as they posed in front of Blackpool Tower.
Phil also shared many of Pat during their holidays together, as well as a shot of the moment she was strapped to to the top of a vintage biplane as it flew into the air.
Former This Morning host Phil shared a statement last night confirming the loss of his mother.
He wrote: “Today, at 3pm and after a heartbreaking weekend, my magnificent mum decided it was time to go to her beloved [husband] Brian.
“Over three days, we held her, loved her, hugged her and said everything that needed to be said.
“She was calm, peaceful, beautiful and dignified.
“I’ll forever be proud and privileged she was my mum.
“I love you mum, forever.”
He thanked hospital medics at Treliske in Truro, Cornwall — but did not reveal the cause of Pat’s death, who had been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.
Phillip said: “Our eternal thanks to the paramedics, Treliske ASE and Critical Care team who have been, in the past and this weekend, my mum’s and our angels. Your love and care has been our saviour.”
His eldest daughter Ruby took to Instagram shortly after the announcement to pay tribute to her grandmother.
Sharing a photo showing Pat and her husband Brian, she wrote: “We’ll miss you so much Bo.
“Love you more than yesterday and less than tomorrow.
“Bri has been waiting for you. Give him the biggest hug for us.”