Inside the last days of McLeod's Daughters star Marshall Napier: Actor was surrounded by a 'love bubble' when he died of brain cancer in a hospice aged 70

By Monique Friedlander For Daily Mail Australia

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New details have surfaced about McLeod's Daughters star Marshall Napier's final weeks, following the tragic news of his death aged 70.

The New Zealand actor, who starred in the hit Nine series with his daughter Jessica, died in a hospice last Monday after a battle with brain cancer.

Speaking to New Idea this week, Jessica, 43, revealed her father was surrounded by a 'love bubble' during his last weeks before dying peacefully.

McLeod's Daughters star Marshall Napier (left) was surrounded by a 'love bubble' when he died from brain cancer aged 70 last Monday, according to his daughter Jessica (right)

McLeod's Daughters star Marshall Napier (left) was surrounded by a 'love bubble' when he died from brain cancer aged 70 last Monday, according to his daughter Jessica (right) 

'The silver lining is that he was so filled with love at the end,' the actress said. 

'We felt that, and he felt loved like never before. We were his care team, sleeping vigil by his bed at the hospice, so it was a beautiful and profound time for all the family.'

Jessica also praised her father for his artistic flair, charisma, and his love for his two grandchildren, Emily, 10, and Oliver, seven.

'The silver lining is that he was so filled with love at the end,' Jessica told New Idea on Monday. (Pictured with her father on the set of McLeod's Daughters)

'The silver lining is that he was so filled with love at the end,' Jessica told New Idea on Monday. (Pictured with her father on the set of McLeod's Daughters)

'We felt that, and he felt loved like never before. We were his care team, sleeping vigil by his bed at the hospice, so it was a beautiful and profound time for all the family,' Jessica said

'We felt that, and he felt loved like never before. We were his care team, sleeping vigil by his bed at the hospice, so it was a beautiful and profound time for all the family,' Jessica said

'He was so creative and intelligent, not cut from the same cloth as most people.'

Jessica announced on Monday, August 15, that her beloved father had died. 

'It is with great sadness that I share the passing of my beautiful dad Marshall Napier. After a short and intense battle with brain cancer, he left us this morning. He was peaceful and surrounded by family,' she wrote on Instagram. 

Jessica also praised her father for his artistic flair, charisma, and his love for his two grandchildren, Emily, 10, and Oliver, seven

Jessica also praised her father for his artistic flair, charisma, and his love for his two grandchildren, Emily, 10, and Oliver, seven

'He was so creative and intelligent, not cut from the same cloth as most people' Jessica said. Marshall is pictured walking Sarah down the aisle on her wedding day

'He was so creative and intelligent, not cut from the same cloth as most people' Jessica said. Marshall is pictured walking Sarah down the aisle on her wedding day 

'Dad, you are one of a kind and I can't even understand what the world will be like without you in it. Your charisma and charm was second to none. Your creativity and intellect was my inspiration.'

'I love you so much and feel completely lost without you. I'm glad that you can soar free of the pain and confusion,' she added.

Doctor Doctor actor Rodger Corser commented on the post: 'What a commanding presence he was on a screen and stage. Always loved working with your dad; a drier wit you could not find.'

Jessica announced on August 15 that her beloved father had passed away

Jessica announced on August 15 that her beloved father had passed away 

Charlie Clausen wrote: 'Jess, I'm so sorry. I loved working with your dad. He was so generous with his time when I was just starting out in my career. He also had such a great sense of humour. Condolences to you and your family.'

'Oh no, Jess. I'm so sad to hear it. He was a beautiful man. All my love to you,' actor and writer Patrick Brammall commented.

Packed to the Rafters star Rebecca Gibney said: 'So sorry for your loss, Jess. Marshall was such a beautiful man and a wonderful actor.'

Australian stars expressed their condolences after Jessica shared the sad news

Australian stars expressed their condolences after Jessica shared the sad news

Erik Thomson wrote: 'Oh, dearest Jess, I am so sorry. What a man. This is big. He was such an inspiration to so many. Please wrap yourself and your family in a massive hug from us.'

Napier played the role of Harry Ryan on Australian TV drama McLeod's Daughters from 2001 to 2006.

He's also starred in Love Child, All Saints, Water Rats, Mission Impossible and Police Rescue.

Napier played the role of Harry Ryan on TV drama McLeod's Daughters from 2001 to 2006

Napier played the role of Harry Ryan on TV drama McLeod's Daughters from 2001 to 2006 

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