Gok Wan has revealed his best friend Ali has died after battling stage four breast cancer, as he shared an emotional Instagram tribute on Tuesday.
The fashion guru penned a moving post revealing that Ali, who was also known by the name Fanny McPhee, peacefully passed away ‘with her family by her side.’
In his tribute, Gok shared that he’s in ‘overwhelming pain’ following Ali’s death, and said she previously called him ‘the love of her life.’
He shared a selection of emotional Instagram snaps from their friendship, and a lengthy caption paying tribute to his friend.
Gok wrote: ‘After many years of fighting, Ali has finally ended her battle and is now at peace, resting with the stars.
Gok Wan has revealed his best friend Ali has died after battling stage four breast cancer , as he shared an emotional Instagram tribute on Tuesday
The fashion guru penned a moving post revealing that Ali, who was also known by the name Fanny McPhee, peacefully passed away ‘with her family by her side’
‘Ali passed away today with her family by her side. Her wonderful son, Tash, who she loved with all her might, reassured us Ali was not in pain and comfortable.
‘Ali was the smartest, most courageous, sensitive and kind person any one of us could have had the privilege to meet. In my eyes, she was simply perfect.
‘We spent many years preparing for this moment but no amount of talks or planning could have prepared me for this overwhelming pain.
‘I miss her so much already. Her wisdom. Her smile. Her naughtiness. Her kind touch. Her everything. Al my love.
‘The very moment I met you I fell in love with you. We always said it was destiny that we should have met and I thank every happy thought that we did.
‘Thank you for the best years of adventures and fun. Thank you for being every inch of you. You told me you were going to the stars and I believe you. I know that one day we will dance again, together in the skies.
‘You showed the world what it means to be vulnerable yet strong. You showed every one of us how to be brave. You will never know how loved you are because that’s the sweet and unselfish person you are. I miss you soo much.
‘You used to tell me I am the love of your life. I used to tell you to shut up. I would do anything to hear you say that again.
In his tribute, Gok shared that he’s in ‘overwhelming pain’ following Ali’s death, and said she previously called him ‘the love of her life’
Gok shared a moving tribute to Ali on Instagram, with many of his celebrity pals also offering their sympathies
‘We both agreed this song is one of the best vocals ever sung. How lucky were we to share so much music together. You will forever be in every song I love.
‘The night sky will always be brighter now that you are shining your beautiful light from the universe.
‘Rest now my dear Fanny. I will see you in the music my love. Your, Gok x.’
Many of Gok’s celebrity pals shared their sympathies with Gok in the comments, with Alan Carr writing: ‘Oh Gok!! Sending you so much love – utterly heartbreaking.’
Lisa Snowdon commented: ‘Gok. Darling. I’m sending you so much love. What a wonderful woman and how lucky you both were to have found one another and shared so much, the laughter, the love, the dancing, so many special moments. Love to you and all who knew and loved Ali.’
Ashley James posted: ‘Oh Gok, I’m so sorry and sending you love.’
Rose Ayling-Ellis said: ‘I’m so sorry for your loss,’ and Lorraine Kelly added: ‘Gok – so sorry.’
In February, Gok revealed that he’d seen Ali for the last time following her terminal cancer diagnosis.
In his first post, shared to Instagram, he wrote: ‘Fanny’s last night in London. Not many words left.
‘I think we’ve said what we need to. Now we can just sit contently – that is the true beauty of friendship.’
Following up with another photo, Gok added: ‘My little heart is a tiny bit shattered today. Fanny is on her way back to OZ. We’ve had such a magical 2 months, time we never thought we’d have so thank you universe for making it happen.’
He continued: ‘I know she has to go home to be with her amazing Son and family… I’ll miss the laughs and life reckoning… Bon voyage t*** face.’
