The soap star has been supported after the sad news (Image: Instagram/@kimberly_h_s)

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ITV Coronation Street’s Kimberly Hart-Simpson was supported as she shared a sad family loss.

The soap star established herself as a fan favourite on Coronation Street with her portrayal of sex worker Nicky Wheatley. She last appeared in Weatherfield in 2022 and still keeps fans updated with her life away from the screen on Instagram.

She has taken to the social media platform to share sad news as she paid tribute to her relative. She said: “In the very early hours of Wednesday we lost Auntie Pat after her ongoing battle with cancer.

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“It has been incredibly sad to say goodbye to a key member of our family. Despite knowing the end was near she allowed us all to find humour in moments of pain, offered conversations so nothing was left unsaid and even threw in a couple of show tunes along the way.

“She joins my Dad (her brother who she was beside for his birth and final breaths), her husband Uncle David and her beloved dog and there is such comfort in that.

“My cousin Paula who will be reading this…. You always look after others, it’s time we now look after you. The glue of the family, I love and admire you.

“Cancer has had a hold over my family the past year with multiple members and for those who are experiencing the same grief, pain and fight – you are not alone.

“Here’s to auntie pat – loved nowt more than a wind up and no doubt is already thinking up her first haunting prank!”

Fans and celebrity co-stars have took to the comments to share messages of support after the update. Jack James Ryan said: “Sending love and healing my mate x.”

Daisy added: “Lovely words. Love you darling x”

Jeremy commented: “Thinking of you all at this heartbreaking time”