DENISE Robertson has passed away after a battle with cancer.
TRAGIC: Denise has passed away after a cancer battle
The This Morning team confirmed the sad news via their official Twitter account.
A tweet sent this morning read: "Such sad news - our friend and colleague Denise Robertson has lost her short but determined battle against cancer. Full tribute at 10.30."
Denise was 83 years old.
The beloved agony aunt announced that she was battling pancreatic cancer in February.
DEVASTATING: This Morning team announced the sad news
She said at the time: "I'm sorry I've not been around for a couple of weeks but a persistent health issue has turned into something quite a lot bigger."I've been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
"It has come as a surprise to me and my family but we know that many others have suffered and dealt with this condition and I don't plan to give up without a fight.
"My doctor is referring me for chemotherapy and hopefully that will start soon."
BELOVED: Denise was a fan favourite on This Morning
Ruth Langsford and Rylan Clark announced on air that Robertson would be taking a backseat as she bravely battled her illness.
Denise was This Morning's resident agony aunt since 1988 and was a viewers' favourite all the way up until her final appearances.
Robertson also frequented the Big Brother Bit On The Side studio on many occasions.
TIL THE END: Denise is survived by husband Bryan
The Sunderland star is survived by her husband Bryan Thubron and her son Mark, as well as her four stepsons, eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
She was previously married twice, but married childhood sweetheart Bryan in 1997.
Denise was awarded an MBE in 2006 for services to broadcasting and to charity.
After news of Denise's death was announced, celebrity friends and colleagues rushed to social media to pay tribute.
This Morning's Phillip Schofield wrote: "I'm heartbroken at the passing of our @itvthismorning icon Denise Robertson. Kind, thoughtful, caring & wonderful."
Rylan Clark shared pictures of the star and tweeted: "Devastated. The nicest and kindest woman in tele. Will miss her so much. She'll always be the only woman for me."
Amanda Holden wrote: "So shocked and saddened to hear the news about #DeniseRobertson she will be missed terribly."
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