The actor Ewen MacIntosh, known for his role in The Office, has passed away at 50 years old with a tribute from Ricky Gervais.

Sadly, we have just received news of the passing of Ewen MacIntosh, the talented actor who brought the character of Keith to life in the UK version of The Office. He was only 50 years old at the time of his death.

For two years, MacIntosh captured the hearts of viewers with his portrayal of the lovable and awkward accountant, Keith Bishop, in the mockumentary sitcom. His comedic timing and charming performance were a highlight of the show.

Upon hearing the devastating news, Ricky Gervais, co-creator of The Office, took to social media to pay tribute to his dear friend and colleague. In a heartfelt post, he wrote, "Extremely sad news. The very funny and very lovely Ewen Macintosh, known to many as 'Big Keith' from The Office, has passed away. An absolute original. RIP."

Just Right Management, the company that represented MacIntosh, also released a statement confirming his passing. They shared, "With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved comedy genius Ewen MacIntosh. His family thanks all who supported him, especially Willow Green Care Home. There will be a private cremation for family and close friends soon and a celebratory memorial later in the year."

After his time on The Office, MacIntosh continued to grace our screens with his talent, appearing in popular shows like Miranda and Little Britain. He will be greatly missed by his fans and colleagues alike.

As news of his death continues to spread, we urge everyone to keep MacIntosh's loved ones in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We will update you with any further information as it becomes available.

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