TRIBUTES have poured in for MAFS star Mel Schilling after she passed away aged 54 following a battle with colon cancer.
’s husband Gareth today, branding her the “queen of reality TV”.
Tributes have poured in for MAFS star Mel after her tragic death aged 54Credit: Instagram
The dating coach with husband Gareth and daughter MaddieCredit: Unknown
Mel with her MAFS UK co-stars Paul Brunson and Charlene DouglasCredit: Matt Monfredi
The dating coach worked on both the UK and Australian versions of and stars from each show were quick to send their condolences.
wrote: “So heartbreaking.
“Sending so much love and many prayers to you all during this time. Mel will always be remembered for the amazing strong woman she was. Rest in peace Mel.”
said: “Sending you all so much love and healing. What a truly magical woman she was.”
And commented: “Oh my heart breaks for all your family. What a gorgeous incredible woman you are. You will be so missed & so loved.”
Presenter simply added a string of love heart emojis while All Saints singer said: “I am absolutely devastated to hear this news.
“God bless your precious Mel. I’m sending so much love from all my family to yours.”
This Morning’s and also remembered Mel during today’s show.
Cat said: “Mel from Married At First Sight sadly passed away at the age of 54 with a battle with cancer.”
Ben added: “She was so bright and colourful wasn’t she,” to which Cat replied: “Gorgeous.”
He continued: “A social media post from Mel’s husband said that Mel spent her final moments surrounded by love and used her final strength to give a final message to him and their daughter Maddie. Sending all of our love to Mel’s family from everyone here at This Morning.”
Genevieve Edwards, Chief Executive of Bowel Cancer UK, said: “We are deeply saddened to hear of Mel Schilling’s death and send our heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones.
“Mel’s courage in speaking so openly about bowel cancer, from her diagnosis through to treatment and everything in between, has already made a profound difference.
“By sharing her story, she has helped raise vital awareness and encouraged countless people to listen to their bodies and contact their GP when something doesn’t feel right. That message has the power to save lives.
“Every 12 minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with bowel cancer, making it the UK’s fourth most common cancer.
“If you’re experiencing symptoms of bowel cancer like bleeding from your bottom, blood in your poo or a change in your pooing habits, please contact your GP to ask for an at-home test.”
Alongside touching pictures of Mel, Gareth said: “Melanie Jane Brisbane-Schilling today, surrounded by love.
“In her final moments, when I thought cancer had taken away her ability to speak, she ushered me closer and whispered a message for Maddie and me that will sustain me for the rest of my life.
“It took all of her remaining strength, and that gesture summed up our wee Melsie perfectly. Even then, her only thought was for Maddie and me.
“This is a woman who became a new mum and a TV star at 42 — and nailed both.
“This is a woman who, through two years of chemotherapy, when she could barely lift her head from the pillow, never complained and never stopped showing courage, grace, compassion and empathy, and never missed a day of filming.
“To most of you, she was Mel Schilling — matriarch of MAFS and queen of reality TV. To Maddie and me, she was our wee Melsie: an incredible mum, role model, and soulmate.”
Fearne Cotton was among the first to comment on the sad news of Mel’s deathCredit: Shutterstock
This Morning’s Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard also remembered Mel during today’s showCredit: Ken McKay/ITV/REX/Shutterstock
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