star Michael Baggott has sadly died at the age of 65 as tributes poured in for the beloved antiques expert.

The news of his death comes after it was announced it had been hospitalised in October.

In a statement shared on his social media account it was confirmed that the expert died after he suffered a heart attack.

It read: "Heartbroken to share that Michael died yesterday in hospital of a heart attack following a stroke in October.

"He was a deeply loved son, brother, nephew, and uncle and will be profoundly missed."

The statement concluded: "There will be a memorial service in the coming weeks, the details of which will be shared."

The Head of BBC Daytime and Early Peak Commissioning, Rob Unsworth said in a statement: "We were deeply saddened to hear this news. Michael was one of Flog It's most memorable characters, expert in all manner of collectables, but in particular, with unrivalled knowledge and enthusiasm for antique spoons and silver.

Though the series hasn't been in production for several years, we hope Michael's family can take comfort from how much viewers have continued to enjoy his appearances on this ever-popular show."

He had previously suffered a stroke in October last year.

Michael posted a video in December showing himself in a hospital bed.

Tributes have since poured in for the beloved BBC star with fellow colleague Charles Hanson, who penned a heartfelt tribute.

Charles wrote: "Rest in peace @baggottsilver A giant of our antique industry, our "Arthur Negus " and never afraid to call out 'an expert' who got it wrong .including myself. Michael's thirst for knowledge for the 'object within' merited far more TV time too for a true and proper expert."

Social media users also offered their condolences as one penned: "Rest easy, Michael. My sympathies to his many loved ones, friends, and colleagues."

Another commented: "This is so upsetting. A true gentleman. God bless him."

A third wrote: "I'm so very sorry to hear this. Such an interesting expert on #Flogit!Michael was an intelligent and interesting man, bringing a touch of irreverence & humour to this miserable world. I will miss him. Condolences to all his family and friends."

In December, Michael left fans worried after sharing a series of videos from his hospital bed.

The former BBC One antiques specialist told his social media followers that he has been bed bound in hospital for five weeks after suffering a stroke and said he was dehydrated.

He clarified in the comments that he's into his "fifth bed bound week," before adding a new post the following day, saying that he feels "happier" and "more hopeful".

In the video, he said: "Hydration at last, Radio 3 blaring and slightly happier, slightly more hopeful. Thank you for everybody who either came or sent a message. Hopefully the way back starts now."

Michael's passion for antiques began when he was a school boy and he forged a successful career out of it

He previously hosted the BBC show Flog It! and had expertise in antique silver, smallwork, boxes, early spoons, provincial and continental silver.

Flog It! was dramatically axed by Beeb bosses in 2018 to make way for a "new generation" of daytime programming.

Meanwhile, in January last year, Michael found himself at the centre of a sick death hoax and was forced to speak out and confirm he was alive.