penned an emotional message on Instragram alongside a picture of them together, which prompted Ruth to get in touch.The This Morning star was among thousands to comment on the heartbreaking post.Ruth, 60, mentioned how she understood his pain after her elder sister Julia took her own life last June at the age of 62.She wrote: "Alex, I am so, so sorry for your tragic loss.
I lost my sister to mental health last year so I understand the pain and shock you and your family will be feeling."I send you the hugest of hugs and if you ever need to talk you know how to reach me."My condolences to you and your family and may your darling brother rest in peace."Llŷr was set to follow in his brother's footsteps and was due to start medical school next.
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