Sean Lock's final Countdown appearance praised by Jon Richardson in heartbreaking tribute

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Twitter to his former co-star last night as he starred in one of his last TV performances.In view of his 813,000 followers, Jon admitted that he struggled to perform on the show knowing about Sean's diagnosis.He wrote: "Watching Sean's last [episode] of Countdown I can see how upset I was knowing he was ill and how much that affected my performance, while Sean himself continued to be effortlessly hilarious."A true comic to the end."He ended his post: "That's why he's trending on Twitter and why he's so missed,"Following Jon's tweet, fans of the late comedian flocked to the comment section to share their favourite memories of the star.Historian and presenter Greg Jenner wrote: "It was a lovely tribute to see him one last time, and you did him proud."Twitter user John Fitzgerald penned: "Sean was amazing to watch, tears of laughter on almost every episode, you're all a great bunch and bring us laughter all the time.

Long Live Sean, will never be forgotten."Sandra Singh commented: "Still can't believe he's gone [Broken heart emoji]. He really was such a brilliantly clever and funny man, hugely missed x"While Twitter user Joe wrote: "Such a thoughtful message.Sean Lock was a comedic genius and best of all, he was appreciated by his peers.

A true comedic legend who is greatly missed."Sean was a regular team captain on the Channel 4 spin-off show since it first began broadcasting in 2012.Last August, his agent confirmed the tragic news of his death, aged 58.A statement released by the comic's agent read: "It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Sean Lock."He died at home from cancer, surrounded by his family."Sean was one of Britain's finest comedians, his boundless creativity, lightning wit and the.