Tributes paid to This Morning presenter who died following suspected heart attack

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This Morning's former Hollywood correspondent Sam Rubin has died after being taken to hospital. The presenter, who is also known for hosting Hollywood Uncensored, died in Los Angeles.

It is being reported that the 64-year-old suffered a heart attack, after doing a segment from his home during the morning, as reported by The Mirror.

KTLA confirmed the news of Sam's death, writing online: "KTLA 5 is profoundly saddened to report the death of Sam Rubin. Sam was a giant in the local news industry and the entertainment world, and a fixture of Los Angeles morning television for decades." In their tribute, the network added: "His laugh, charm and caring personality touched all who knew him.

Sam was a loving husband and father: the roles he cherished the most. Our thoughts are with Sam's family during this difficult time." RECAP: Bomb squad destroy 'old grenade' which sparked huge emergency response Sam had also been a correspondent for This Morning, often giving insights and gossip from a studio in Hollywood.