Gogglebox's June Bernicoff has sadly passed away aged 82
The show's producer confirmed the sad news
Last updated 8th May 2020
Former Gogglebox star June Bernicoff has sadly passed away at the age of 82. The sad news was confirmed today (Friday 8th May), by Gogglebox's Producer, Tania Alexander, who shared an emotional tribute on social media.
Her statement reads, ‘We are deeply saddened to announce that Gogglebox’s much-loved June Bernicoff passed away at the age of 82 on May 5 at home with her family by her side after a short illness. As the first couple to be cast for Gogglebox back in 2013, June and her husband Leon were a huge part of the programme‘s success.
‘Their warmth, wit and contrasting personalities endeared them to the nation during the course of the first 10 series.
'Following Leon’s passing in December 2017, June wrote her first book, Leon And June: Our Story, which was a deeply moving and entertaining chronicle of their 60 year love affair.
‘A remarkably independent, principled woman with a vivacious sense of humour and a huge passion for life. June will be dearly missed by the entire Gogglebox family, cast and crew.
'Despite her departure from the show in 2017, she remained a passionate supporter of the programme, watching it every week, and she was in regular contact with the production team.
'Our thoughts are with June’s family – Helen and Ian, Julie and Marc, and her beloved grandchildren Frances, Sam and Faye. ‘The family would like to ask for privacy at this sad time, but would like to thank the hospice staff that supported them and cared for June so wonderfully and with such compassion in her final weeks.’
'June’s death was not related to Covid-19.’
June's husband Leon, who she appeared on the popular Channel 4 show with, sadly passed away back in 2017.
Our thoughts are with June's family and friends at this sad time.