This Morning and 10 Years Younger expert Dr. Uchenna Okoye dead after 'sudden illness' as tributes paid

This Morning and 10 Years Younger expert Dr. Uchenna Okoye has died after a 'sudden illness' with heartfelt tributes flooding in.

The death of the late star, who often appeared on ITV show This Morning and 10 Years Younger in 10 Days, was confirmed via her Instagram account, with her loved ones sharing a picture of her and breaking the sad news.

They wrote: "We are heartbroken to announce that Dr Uchenna Okoye sadly passed away after a sudden illness on Friday 15th September 2023.

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"We know many of you will be devastated and shocked to see this post. We ask for your prayers and some privacy at this difficult time. We will be in touch in the coming days."

Tributes flooded in for Uchenna following the tragic news as former Loose Women star Andrea McLean commented: "This is the saddest news. Please pass on my love and prayers to her family."

Makeup artist Lisa Eldridge posted: "I’m so shocked and saddened to hear this … i can’t believe it. Uchenna, from our first day filming 10 years younger together 16 years ago, was one of the nicest, smartest and most generous people I know."

One person wrote: "Our wonderful Uchenna - it’s so sad. Vibrancy, kindness, generosity and love were in her soul and those of us who knew her adored her and her beautiful daughter. Condolences to Uchenna’s loving family."

As another added: "Beautiful Uchenna! An industry beacon who quickly became a friend to many of us. So warm, generous and funny. Sending condolences to her family and friends."

Dr Okoye qualified at Guy's Hospital in London and was a specialist