Colleagues "heartbroken and distraught" after death of 'Big Mervyn' actor BJ Hogg

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Tributes are being paid after the death of Northern Ireland actor BJ Hogg...



He's said to have died suddenly at home on his 65th birthday yesterday.

BJ had appeared in Game of Thrones, but was best-known locally for his role as Big Mervyn in Give My Head Peace.

Another star of the long-running TV comedy series Tim McGarry says BJ was a key part of the show...

Tim says his friend and colleague was a versatile and talented actor...

BJ will never be forgotten...

Tributes are being paid after the death of local actor BJ Hogg, aged 65. His roles included Big Mervyn in TV series Give My Head Peace and he also appeared in episodes of The Fall and Game of Thrones. pic.twitter.com/BDtwekJXT1

— Q Radio News (@qnewsdesk) April 30, 2020

The team behind Give My Head Peace issued a statement saying: "BJ is part of the Give My Head Peace family.

"He was a fine actor, great colleague and a true friend. Our thoughts are with his wife Elish, son Nathan and daughter Abigail at this time."

Peter Johnston, Director BBC NI said, "BJ was a great comedy talent and a much-loved character in our long-running sitcom, Give My Head Peace.

"Many people will also remember his performance in the Oscar-nominated Dance, Lexie Dance. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad and difficult time."

Everybody associated with #GiveMyHeadPeace is shocked and heartbroken by the sudden passing of our dear friend and colleague BJ Hogg. We've lost a member of the family. Thanks for all the laughs BJ. https://t.co/XSA4fofKGZ

— Tim Mc Garry (@Tim_Mc_Garry) April 30, 2020