A star from EastEnders has been deeply affected by their mother's passing and will never forget the pain.

Dean Gaffney, known for his role as Robbie Jackson on the popular soap opera EastEnders, recently shared an emotional post on Instagram. He revealed that he will be haunted forever by the loss of his beloved mother Marian. It has been a year since the devastating news, and the I'm A Celebrity star, now 46, paid tribute to his mother and reflected on the tragic event that has changed his life.

In his heartfelt post, alongside a photo of his late mother, Dean shared how the loss has made him realize the fragility of life. He wrote, "So, a year ago today, the worst thing happened to me. Losing a parent is inevitable, but when it happens, oh wow. Nothing could have prepared me for the day when I went to pick my mom up for our routine Sunday roast, only to find her passed away. What I saw that day will remain private, but it will haunt me forever. Sudden heart attacks are a cruel reality. One day, you can be here, and the next, gone. It's as simple as that."

The actor also opened up about how he usually doesn't share his grief on social media but felt the need to do so this time. He said, "It's been a tough year for me, and maybe I've acted differently than usual. Grief hits people in different ways." He then expressed his love and admiration for his mother, saying, "Mum, your legacy is what gives me strength to get out of bed every day. You touched so many hearts and were selfless until the very end."

Dean's tribute to his mother received an outpouring of love and support from his fans and fellow celebrities. Myleene Klass and Jake Wood were among the famous faces who sent their love and condolences to Dean and his family.

The soap star also recently appeared on the all-stars series of I'm A Celebrity, where former contestants returned to compete for the ultimate champion title. This was not Dean's first time on the show, as he previously participated in 2006. However, due to the Covid pandemic, the show was filmed in Gwrych Castle in North Wales, and Dean revealed that doctors had discovered polyps in his large intestine during a medical examination before his potential appearance on the show. He underwent immediate surgery, and thankfully, he has recovered.

As Dean continues to honor his mother's memory and cope with his grief, we send him our love and support. Marian's legacy will live on through her son, and we raise a glass in her honor today and always. Rest in peace, dear Marian. You are loved and missed by many.

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