Declan Donnelly has revealed his “heartbreak” at the sudden death of his older brother, Father Dermott Donnelly.
A spokesperson for Declan confirmed the death, writing: “It is with great sadness that we confirm the death of Fr Dermott Donnelly who died peacefully this afternoon in hospital surrounded by his family and close friends.
Dermott Donnelly, 55, was a Catholic priest, based at St Joseph’s Church in Stanley, County Durham.
It is reported that he died peacefully in hospital on Friday afternoon (8 July) after collapsing on Thursday evening (7 July).