The comedian Justin Moorhouse, best known for his role in Phoenix Nights, announced the devastating news on social media that his son Barney has tragically passed away Justin Moorhouse announced the tragic death of his son Barney (Image: @JustinMoorhouse)

Comedian Justin Moorhouse has shared the devastating news of his son's passing. The stand-up performer, hailing from Ashton-under-Lyne, turned to social media to reveal the heartbreaking update about his beloved son Barney.

Justin, who fans will recognise as Young Kenny from Phoenix Nights , wrote on Instagram: "It is with the heaviest of hearts I have to tell you our beautiful boy Barney has passed away. Me, his mum and step mum, his sister, cousins, aunts and uncles, grandparents and his gorgeous friends are besides ourselve

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