Gary Rhodes' daughter-in-law has paid a heartbreaking tribute to him on social media after his death was announced today.

Megan Rhodes, who is the wife of Gary's son George, said she didn't have "long enough" with the TV chef as she shared a string of snaps of the family to Instagram.

"I've loved you for 6 years, it wasn't long enough. I'll love you forever!" she wrote alongside a broken heart emoji.

Her post was flooded with comments from her Instagram followers leaving their condolences to Gary's family.

George, who has been married to Megan for two years, had posted a picture of his dad on his own Instagram, captioning it with a simple blue heart emoji.

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It comes after Gary's brother also paid tribute to him on social media.

He wrote on Instagram on Wednesday: "I have not only lost a brother but a best friend too.

"Gary you will always be by my side in my thoughts but most of all in my heart.

"The times I have spent with you have been some of the most special in my life.

"Rest in Peace beloved man – love you always."

Gary left behind his devastated family who broke the news of his death.

A statement released by the family read: "The Rhodes family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of beloved husband, father and brother, Gary Rhodes OBE.

"Gary passed away last evening at the age of 59, with his beloved wife Jennie by his side.

"The family would like to thank everyone for their support and ask for privacy during this time."

The cause of his death is not known.

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