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Emmerdale star Sam Gannon has tragically died at the age of just 31.The talented actor, who was best known for playing Kev in the long running ITV soap was staying with family in California when he passed away. Confirming the devastating news, Sam’s sister Amy Kelly said: "Sam was a whirlwind, a unique character to say the least." "He genuinely cared for others and was a very sensitive soul.

Emmerdale actor Sam Gannon has sadly died aged 31 while travelling to the US.

Emmerdale, has died aged 31.The actor’s family has confirmed the sad news, describing Sam as a “sensitive soul”.  Sam's sister Amy Kelly paid tribute to the late star, saying: "Sam was a whirlwind, a unique character to say the least."He genuinely cared for others and was a very sensitive soul. “It is clear from the tributes we have received that he touched the hearts of so many.’’Close friend Lewis Matthews added: "Sam was a ‘real life Duracell bunny' with a seemingly endless supply of energy and love.READ MORE: Anne Heche 'rushed to hospital with burns as car crashes into house'"He delighted audiences with his charm, wit and his wonderful musical abilities."The star's death is being investigated by police but is not being treated as suspicious.Sam starred on the ITV soap alongside Emma Atkins - who plays Charity Dingle - back in 2019.As Sam tragically died in California, his family have had to start a JustGiving page to raise money to bring him back home to the UK."Due to the recent and sudden passing of Sam.

Emmerdale actor Sam Gannon has sadly died aged 31. Known for playing Kev in the long-running series, Sam was staying with family in California when he passed away.