Tributes have poured in for Emmerdale series producer Gavin Blyth, who died on Friday night. The 41-year-old, who was acclaimed for his revamp at the soap, died after a short illness, leaving wife Suzy and children Tom, 15, Anya, 11 and Carter, one. Emmerdale's executive producer Steve November said: "Gavin has made an immense contribution to Emmerdale since taking over as series producer in January 2009 and during many hugely successful years at ITV. "As a friend and colleague he will be missed an incredible amount by us all. It is a very sad day for everyone at Emmerdale. Our thoughts are with Gavin's family and those closest to him at this difficult time." Writing on Twitter, Dales actor Danny Miller, who plays Aaron Livesy, said: "Rest in peace Gav. Sleep well you legend. Love you loads pal x x" Lyndon Ogbourne, who played Nathan Wylde, said: "Gavin Blyth was a friend, a total gent and a true legend. For everything that he did for me, and everyone. RIP." Suzanne Shaw, who plays Eve Jenson in the soap, said: "Someone makes the world special by just being in it. Gavin RIP x" Some hours later, Nick Miles, who plays Jimmy King, told his Twitter followers: "Sorry for the lack of tweets, but we're deeply grieving the tragic early death of Gavin Blyth, brilliant producer and wonderful friend, RIP." And Kelsey-Beth Crossley, who plays Scarlett Nicholls in the soap, added: "Sad day, just found out the news, Gavin will be missed, such a lovely man! Lots of love to Suzy and family xxxx" Click here to watch whatsontv.co.uk’s weekly soaps video preview, the Soap Scoop
