Michael Sleggs dies at the age of 33

This country actor, Michael Sleggs, was hailed for his kindness, affection and love after his death at age 33.

Sleggs was best known for playing Michael Slugette's character Slugette in Bafta's comedy BBC Three, alongside actors and show creators Charlie and Daisy May Cooper.

According to reports, Sleggs died Tuesday. In May, he revealed on social media that he was receiving palliative care for heart failure.

In a Facebook post on May 22, Sleggs said that "no specific deadline has been given, but the deterioration has been fairly fast."

The Coopers paid homage to Sleggs on Charlie's Twitter page by writing, "We are heartbroken. Michael was very unique. He was kind, he cared, he loved.

"One of the most caring, generous and kind friends you could wish for and have fun – if I had fun, he was funny.

4/4 "All is well, children. Life is made of encounters and separations. This is the way to go. I am sure we will never forget Tiny Tim, nor this first separation that we had among us ". Michael, we'll miss you so much. bad pic.twitter.com/nHwUM0c8KN

– Charlie Cooper (@ charliecooper11) July 10, 2019

"Despite all that Michael had gone through in his life, he was never bitter or pityed. He has just brought pure joy to everyone and everyone. The mere fact of being in his company made you happy to be alive.

"One of Michael's favorite movies was Muppet Christmas Carol and he was still joking about the fact that he was Tiny Tim, so it seems fair to quote Kermit the frog …

"It's good, children. Life is made of encounters and separations. This is the way to go. I'm sure we'll never forget Tiny Tim, or that first separation that was among us. "

They added, "Michael, we will miss you so much. bad. "

Shane Allen of the BBC, controller of comedy, said in a statement: "We are all upset by this sad news.

"Michael was a unique and unique artist in the distinctive world of the series. His work and his spirit will continue as part of the ongoing popular heritage of this highly regarded program.

"Our hearts go out to family and friends in this harrowing time."

Carl Pawlowski, who presents Pavo as a WTAF – A Country podcast, told PA: "It's hopelessly sad and the entire fan community of This Country feels very sad today.

"Michael has always been sick from an early age and he always had this health problem and when he posted it on social networks a few months ago, where he was saying goodbye to everybody, that was a shock for many people. .

"He was so young and for a guy who always has a smile on his face, he always did, it's so sad."

Sleggs and Pawlowski are both from Cirencester, Gloucestershire, and the podcast host said the actor was "always one of those faces you've seen, he's always been one".

He said that Sleggs "would always be there to make you laugh and make you smile – no matter what he was going through, no matter the time of his life, he still had the power to make others laugh, which is such a fantastic gift. "

"He was a naturally funny guy and I did not think the type of pain he was in, I think as long as he was laughing at anyone, it was his job and I will always love him. for that."

In the beloved documentary cherished This country, located in the Cotswolds, the character of Slegg was diagnosed with a terminal cancer and wrote a comprehensive list.

In May, Sleggs had stated on social media that he had found solace in his Christian faith and that he had been "blessed with the best life and best friends in the world." In addition to not following God more diligently earlier in life, I do not do it. to have regrets. "

– Press Association