Gogglebox's Sophie and Pete remember late co-star Mary Cook in sweet tributes

Gogglebox favourites Sophie and Pete Sandiford and Amy Tapper all left tributes for their late co-star Mary Cook, who passed away over the weekend at the age of 92

Sophie and Pete Sandiford have led tributes to their late Gogglebox co-star Mary Cook.

Mary - who appeared on the Channel 4 show alongside her pal Marina Wingrove - sadly passed away over the weekend at the age of 92, surrounded by her family and friends.

"We are extremely saddened to share that Gogglebox star Mary Cook passed away in hospital this weekend at the age of 92 with her family by her side," a statement from the family - released through the show - read.

"Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and dear friend to many, Mary, who worked in the hospitality trade, had been married and widowed twice.

"They became instant fan favourites due to their brilliantly witty and often cheeky moments.

"Mary will be sorely missed by the entire Gogglebox family, cast and crew.

"Our love and thoughts are with Mary's family, friends, and Marina. The family have asked for privacy at this sad time."

And now Gogglebox sibling duo Sophie and Pete have led tributes to Mary.

Sophie posted on her social media account: "Rest in Peace Mary," which was retweeted onto Pete's own feed.

Amy Tapper - who appears on the show with her family - also shared a post about Mary to her Instagram story.

Mary and Marina didn't appear on the show for a few months due to the coronavirus pandemic but they did make a return for the most recent series finale back in May.

Gogglebox's executive producer Tania Alexander explained why the duo - who were known for their saucy jokes - were absent.

"Unfortunately, it was not possible to film with the full cast," Tania shared with The Telegraph.

"For example, we took the decision to tell Mary and Marina, who are in their 90s and live in a care home, that we didn't want them put at any risk so we should stop filming with them altogether.

"The ladies are safe and well looked after but often tell us they dearly miss the crews and the fun they have during filming each week."

And fans of the show have also taken to social media to pay tribute to Mary.

One fan wrote on Twitter : "So sad Mary was lovely. Heartfelt sympathy to her family."

"So sad, always made me laugh when she was on," another shared.

A third penned: "Bless you Mary."

Marina admitted she's too "sad" to talk about Mary's passing at the moment.

Speaking after news of Mary's death broke, she said: "It's very sad. I'm a bit upset at the moment.

"I don't really want to talk about it."