Jane McDonald breaks silence following tragic death of her beloved partner Ed

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death of her long-term partner, Ed Rothe.The former Loose Women star reached out to her fans with a touching Instagram post, thanking them for their kindness.She wrote: "I want to thank everyone most sincerely for the wonderful cards and messages of support that I have received since the awful news was announced that I had lost my beloved Ed.MORE: Loose Women stars' stylish homes: Ruth Langsford, Linda Robson, Andrea McLean, more WATCH: Ruth Langsford in tears on Loose Women while remembering late dad"I'm so touched by each and every one.

All the kind thoughts and words have meant so much to me and many of you have let me know that you are going through the same thing as me having lost loved ones and I wish you all love and strength.