'We've lost a magic man': Tributes flood in to Paul Daniels after he dies at home aged 77 with wife Debbie McGee by his side - just weeks after he was diagnosed with brain cancer

The world of showbusiness has paid tribute to magician Paul Daniels, who died at his home this morning after being diagnosed with a brain tumour.
The entertainer's wife, Debbie McGee, who has worked with him throughout his career, was at his side when he passed away aged 77 in the early hours of this morning.
The star had chosen to spend his final weeks at his home in the picturesque Berkshire village of Wargrave, near Reading and had told his son: 'When it's your time, it's your time'.
A statement from his publicist this morning said: 'One of our most beloved entertainers, Paul Daniels, has passed away at the age of 77.
'The TV star, who was diagnosed with a brain tumour earlier this year, passed away peacefully at home with Debbie at his side in the early hours of this morning. Debbie and the family would like to thank everyone for their support and asks that their privacy be respected at this sad time.'
His son Gary Daniels said on Twitter: 'It is with incredible sadness that I can confirm that Dad, Paul Daniels, passed away over night.' The tweet included a picture of a rabbit in a magician's hat with a tear it its eye.

Daniels rose to fame in the 1970s and 80s, wowing TV audiences with his magic tricks and humour on The Paul Daniels Magic Show.

It was announced last month that Daniels had terminal brain cancer.
His son Martin later said that the star fell at home in February and was rushed to Royal Berkshire Hospital suspected of having suffered a stroke. However, after tests were carried out by doctors, he was later diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour.
Ms McGee worked alongside him as an assistant during his career and, earlier this month, she thanked fans for their 'wonderful messages' of support.
She wrote on Twitter: 'I wish I could answer all your wonderful messages individually but there are so many. They are all appreciated so much. Paul and I had no (idea) of how people felt. Truly amazing. Thank you.

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