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Neighbours star Troy Beckwith has sadly passed away

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Former Neighbours star Troy Beckwith has sadly passed away aged 48.

The news of his passing was shared by former co-star, Kym Valentine on Facebook over the weekend.

Troy (left).

(Image: Facebook)

“It pains me so much to have to say this. Our dear old friend Troy Beckwith has passed away,” she captioned the throwback photo.

“Another member of our TV family gone way too soon. There will be no funeral as per Troy’s request.

“Thanks for all the memories my cheeky mate and all my love to your friends and family.”

Troy Beckwith initially played guest character Darren Wood before later portraying one of the soap’s most popular villains Michael Martin, also known as ‘Sicko Micko’ from 1992 to 1998.

His cause of death has not yet been revealed.

Troy’s former Neighbours co-stars have shared heartfelt messages, in tribute to their departed friend.

“He was such a lovely person. Deeply thoughtful and empathetic. Cheeky and playful once out of his shell. Way too soon. Love you mate,” Brett Bewlitt, who played Brett Stark, commented on the Facebook post.

Casting director Jan Russ commented: “Oh no!!! Dear Troy… That is so sad…gorgeous boy.”

Lucinda Cowden, who plays Melanie Pearson, shared a collection of broken heart emojis under the Facebook post.

Watch this space for more details.

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