Television presenter Lorraine Kelly has shared the heartbreaking news of her father's death, which has been linked to the treacherous conditions brought by Storm Goretti.
A Tragic Accident in Freezing Conditions
John Kelly, aged 84, passed away after slipping on an icy path in East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire. The incident occurred early on Saturday morning, following a period of sub-zero temperatures and a yellow weather warning for snow and ice issued for the area.
According to reports, staff from a nearby Tesco store discovered the injured great-grandfather and called emergency services. Sadly, John Kelly died at the scene.
Lorraine Kelly's Heartfelt Tribute
Lorraine Kelly paid tribute to her father on Instagram, expressing her shock and profound grief. She described him as the man who fostered her lifelong curiosity.
"My dad has died," she wrote. "I am mourning the man who bought me a telescope when I was five years old, who watched the moon landings with me and taught me to always be curious and interested in everything."
She acknowledged that, while her father had been in poor health, his death was still a shock. Kelly asked for privacy for the family as they focus on caring for her mother, Anne, to whom John had been married for over 65 years.
Family Life and Outpouring of Support
John Kelly, a former TV service engineer, and his wife Anne welcomed Lorraine when they were teenagers. Their son, Graham, was born six years later.
Following her announcement, Lorraine was met with an immediate wave of support from fellow celebrities and fans. Messages of condolence flooded in, including from:
- Davina McCall: "Love to you all."
- Gaby Roslin: "I am so so sorry Lorraine. Sending you and your family my deepest sympathies."
- Helen Skelton: "So so terribly sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all xx."
- Coleen Nolan: "So very sorry for your loss Lorraine, thinking of you and sending you and the family a big virtual hug."
The family's loss highlights the dangers posed by severe winter weather, with this tragic accident directly connected to the icy aftermath of Storm Goretti.
