Ryan Thomas supported as he confirms heartbreaking loss four years after singer dad's death

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Ryan Thomas has been flooded with messages of love and support as he confirmed a tragic loss for the Thomas family, four years after his dad's death.

The actor took to social media on Thursday (August 29) to confirm the death of his uncle, Baz. He shared a black-and-white video he filmed of his uncle playing the guitar during what appeared to be a small family gathering.

Alongside the post, Ryan penned: "Uncle Baz!!! A born entertainer, you touched us all with your music. Speaking with him only 3 days ago he said: "You forget about your own problems when you see other people suffering around you." READ MORE: Gorka Marquez's emotional five-word reaction to Gemma Atkinson's warning ahead of Strictly Come Dancing "Trying to put on smile on everyone’s face playing his guitar to everyone @thechristienhs , moving to @stannshospice this week singing to all the patients & staff, leaving unforgettable memories for all of us.

When I think of Gatley Road I’ll always think of Uncle Baz. 'Maria Mariaaaaaa!!!!!' is a song that will be yours forever!" Ending the emotional post the former Coronation Street star revealed: "His last message to me, 'See you in the next world, don’t be late " (Jimi Hendrix). @stannshospice thank you." Ryan's friend and Pretty Little Thing founder Umar Kamani was among the first to respond, simply writing in the comments section of his post: "We will miss you Uncle Baz." Molly-Mae Hague's manager, who formerly worked with Ryan's brother Scott at The Social PR, replied: "That’s so sad gutted for you all.