Soap legend Jimmy McKenna has reportedly shared the sad news that his wife Bev has died. The 72-year-old, who shared four children with his spouse, admitted his co-stars have stepped up to ensure he is not alone during hte festive season following his tragic loss. The star, who has played Jack Osborne in Hollyoaks since 1996, making him the second longest-serving cast member, did not divulge details of her cause of death but admitted the festive season "has been a wee bit melancholy".

His co-star Nick Pickard , who plays Tony Hutchinson, has stepped up to ensure he won't be alone on Christmas Day inviting Jimmy into his home along with members of Bev's family. "I’ll be with Nick and his partner Sarah for Christmas Day. Nick’s mum, my mum-in-law and sister-in-law are coming. Nick’s d

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