Dec Donnelly is heartbroken over the death of his brother

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TV star Declan Donnelly says he is 'heartbroken' p ar the death of his brother, who was a priest.

Father Dermott Donnelly died in hospital after a short illness at the age of 55. He would have been a priest for 30 years.

In a tweet, ITV presenter Declan said: "We are all beyond devastated."

In 2015 Fr Donnelly celebrated the marriage of his famous brother to Ali Astall in Newcastle in a ceremony attended by many celebrities.

I am heartbroken to tell you that my darling brother Fr Dermott, @TweeterPriest, sadly passed away this afternoon. We are all beyond devastated. Thank you for your messages of sympathy and support, they are appreciated