Coronation Street actor Tony Maudsley saddened by death of close friend from popular TV show

 

Coronation Street actor Tony Maudsley recently honoured his friend Michael McGarrigle following news of his passing.

Maudsley took to social media to share the distressing update about McGarrigle, who had been reported missing earlier. He highlighted their friendship and McGarrigle’s contribution as a costume supervisor in the Benidorm series.

McGarrigle’s last whereabouts were traced to Glasgow on a Sunday morning. Despite concerted efforts to locate him, Maudsley returned to express the heartbreaking news on social media.

Expressing gratitude for the community’s support in sharing the appeal to find McGarrigle, Maudsley revealed the devastating outcome: “We found out late last night that we’ve lost our beautiful friend. Our whole Benidorm family is devastated and we’ll miss him hugely. RIP Michael.”

Tony shared a picture alongside costume designer Michael while breaking the news, prompting an outpouring of support from his followers in the comments.

Messages flooded in; one user expressed condolences, saying, “So very sorry to hear this sad news Tony. I send my condolences to you and his family.” Another wrote, “Sorry for the loss, Tony. Sending my best wishes to you, the Benidorm cast and Michael’s loved ones.”

Michael’s disappearance on Sunday morning in Glasgow led to an urgent appeal from friends and family, who expressed extreme concern for his safety.

Authorities have appealed to the public for assistance in locating him, urging anyone who may have spotted him to get in touch with Glasgow police.

Michael boasts an extensive career as a costume designer, contributing to numerous major films and television series. He entered the industry in the ’90s, initially joining the costume department for Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.

His recent accomplishments include work on the 2023 TV series Time and Maternal, continuing a steady stream of contributions in preceding years.