How old was Phil Butler and what was his cause of death?
TRIBUTES have flooded in for comedian and magician Phil Butler, who has died aged 51. Phil performed as host at the Cromer Pier Show in September 2021. Here's what we know about him.
Instagram/philbutlerukComedian and magician Phil Butler dies age 51 '/caption ' Who was Phil Butler? Phil Butler was an English comedian, magician, stage artist, and producer of The Green Room Podcast. According to his website, he was the first comedian to perform on the front line in Afghanistan. He received the Operational Service Medal for his time there. As well as being a solo artist he also played the comic lead in pantomime and wrote for well known performers including America's Got Talent winner Paul Zerdin. He performed in holiday parks, end of pier shows, pantos, cruise ships, and summer-season variety shows before joining the comedy circuit in 2001. He also had an Instagram page called lilphilstinyplanets where he posted tiny planets every night. CELEBRITY DEATHS 'DEEPLY MISSED' Career, age and cause of death of comic Phil Butler who has died suddenly SUDDEN DEATH Comedian Phil Butler dies suddenly aged 51 as stars pay tribute 'BE LIKE JIMMY' Hayes' 'shocked' wife says drug battle 'doesn't define him' after autopsy BELOVED ACTRESS Betty Lynn, who played Thelma Lou on The Andy Griffith Show, dies at 95 A STAR LOST Everything to know about Mac Miller's untimely death WAKANDA FOREVER Black Panther actress dies aged 95 and 'goes out strong' How old was Phil Butler? Phil was just 51 when he passed away. The news of his death was released on October 18, 2021, with his agents Chris Davis Management, confirming the news on Twitter. They wrote: "It is with huge sadness we have to announce the passing of our friend and client Phil Butler. ...Our thoughts are with his friends & family. The world is a poorer place without him." What was Phil Butler's cause of death? Phil's cause of death is currently unknown. In September 2021, he posted on Instagram that he was ...excited... to join the panto production of Robin Hood in Nottingham as Silly Simon along with Matthew Kelly, Tristan Gemmill and Jodie Prenger. 
Instagram/philbutlerukPhil Butler's death was announced on Twitter by his agent '/caption ' Who was Phil Butler's wife? Phil posts lots of photos alongside girlfriend Hannah Brown on Instagram. She is a make-up artist. Her Instagram often displays the two together with captions reading "My love" and ...Me and my man.... The make-up artist's posted this tribute to Phil on her Instagram: "Rest in peace my precious angel, I love you dearly and you are one of a kind. ...A true gentleman and a real showman. You will be deeply missed by so many. ...I can't tell you how broken I am but I know that you will always be by my side making sure I'm ok and you always cared so much for me. ...You are so amazing and gorgeous, I love you with all my heart. Sleep tight baby, and go and make them laugh wherever you are." What tributes have been paid to Phil Butler? Devastated friends and fellow well-known faces rushed to pay tribute to the comedian. Comedian and author Shappi Khorsandi said: ...Rest in peace Phil. Another one of us gone too soon. ...For 20 years I've looked at the running order when I've got to a club and gone 'Oh fab! Phil Butler's on'. ...Such a laugh on the road. In Dubai I asked about his UFO tattoo and loved the way he told The Story. A class act.... Actor Tristan Gemmill said: ...I've just heard the devastating news about Phil Butler. A brilliantly funny man taken far too soon. ...My thoughts and best wishes go out to his family and friends.... Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood wrote on Twitter: ...My thoughts at this time are with @philbutleruk family and friends. ...RIP lovely talented man. What a terrible shock. We worked together on panto Cinderella and he was a wonderful kind friend. ...We spent Xmas day and New Year together had a truly fabulous time. I'll miss you terribly.... Source: Fashion Mag
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