confirmed his death earlier this week and it has now emerged Sean passed away after a secret battle with lung cancer. His friend Bill Bailey revealed he had been diagnosed a 'few years ago', reports the Mirror.
Speaking to ITV News, Bill said: "He had been diagnosed with lung cancer a few years ago and it was at the time quite a blow, particularly when it was quite advanced. "We've tried to make the most of the last few years.
We spent a lot of time together and went on trips together. And he's continued to work."He's amazingly courageous and tough individual who was mentally strong throughout the whole time.
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