Phil Jerrod dead: Mock The Week writer dies after battle with cancer

9/5/2021- 9:43 p.m.

The sad update revealed that the comedian passed away with his wife at his side – while fans, colleagues and followers have taken to social media in the wake of the news of his death to pay tribute and to express their shock and sadness.

A statement issued by Off The Kerb on Monday reads: “It is with deep sadness we have to announce the death of Phil Jerrod.

Phil peacefully passed away at home after a battle with cancer, with his devoted wife Beck by his side.

Phil was born in 1979 his started his stand-up career in 2012 – going on to win the Best Debut Act Award at the Leicester Comedy Festival in 2015, and opened three critically acclaimed solo shows at the Edinburgh Fringe festival in 2015, 2016 and 2017.

“Phil’s critically acclaimed stand-up and comedy writing meant he was incredibly respected by his peers, supporting and writing with many of his comedy heroes.

“Phil was a dear friend to us, an incredibly kind and talented man, who was taken far too soon. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.”

“One of the most loving, funniest and most creative people I’ve known. All my thoughts are with Beck, your beloved wife.

I love you Phil, life won’t be the same again. Utterly heartbroken.”Nish Kumar tweeted: “This is awful news.

A great comic and a lovely man.”Coronation Street star Toby Hadoke, who also hosts XS Malarkey comedy club in Manchester, also paid tribute online.

He wrote: “So very sad to hear that Phil Jerrod, a fine comic with a brilliant sense of humour steeped with both intelligence & silliness (and delivered masterfully) has died so young.

“A respected, well liked fellow, comedy clubs like XS (where he played often) will be poorer without him.”