Joey Essex's uncle 'Big Greg' has passed away, the TOWIE star said on Instagram, as many fans showed support for him and his family after their heartbreaking loss

Joey Essex has shared a heartbreaking statement on social media after his uncle died .

The Only Way Is Essex star, 35, paid tribute to his uncle "Big Greg", describing him as "a family man that anyone would dream of." In his post on Instagram today, Joey shared some photos and videos with his dad's brother and said he will be missed.

He wrote: "Big Greg, you was one of a kind. The best uncle to me and brother to my dad. A family man that anyone would dream of. We will all miss you so much. Rest in peace mate love you forever."

The star's uncle was an actor and porter at London's Billingsgate Market, known for his work

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