This Morning issues statement after death of 'wonderful' TV doctor Michael Mosley

This Morning have issued an emotional statement following the death of Michael Mosley. The 67-year-old went missing on Wednesday evening (June 5) while he was on holiday on the Greek island of Symi.

A body was found on Sunday morning (June 9) and later identified as Michael. A number of celebrities have broken their silence following the presenter's tragic death, with ITV's This Morning team taking to Instagram to pay tribute to the "wonderful" doctor.

The statement read: "We’re all heartbroken to hear that Michael Mosley has died at the age of 67. His wife Clare has paid tribute to her 'wonderful, funny, kind and brilliant husband'.

"Everyone at This Morning is thinking of Clare, their four children and the rest of Michael’s family and friends at this extremely sad time."

Michael's wife Clare, whom he married in 1987, issued a heartfelt statement after news of his death was announced. She began: "I don't know quite where to begin with this. It's devastating to have lost Michael, my wonderful, funny, kind and brilliant husband."

She continued: "We had an incredibly lucky life together. We loved each other very much and were so happy together. I am incredibly proud of our children, their resilience and support over the past days."

Clare admitted their family have been "hugely comforted" by the support they have received, recognising what her husband meant to people. Clare explained how Michael took the "wrong route" before collapsing, revealing how he "very nearly made it".

She added: "Michael was an adventurous man, it's part of what made him so special. We are so grateful to the extraordinary people on Symi who have worked tirelessly to help find him. Some of these people on the island, who hadn't even heard of Michael, worked from dawn till dusk unasked.

"We're also very grateful to the press who have dealt with us with great respect." Clare signed off the emotional statement by paying tribute to her children and friends before branding herself "lucky" that she got to spend her life with Michael.

The TV star disappeared after setting off for a walk along a coastal route of the Greek island. After days of extensive searching, Michael's body was discovered under a fence surrounding a taverna situated on the Agia Marina beach, an area marked by hilly and rocky terrain leading into the sea.

Michael is best known for his various TV appearances, having starred in several BBC and Channel 4 documentaries. He is also a regular guest on BBC's The One Show and ITV's This Morning. He also hosts the podcast, Just One Thing.