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A Bargain Hunt star died just hours after filming the BBC show, it has emerged.
Stuart Withers appeared in a recent episode of the popular programme broadcast on Friday 21 March and was seen alongside presenter Charlie Ross as well as experts Tim Weeks and Philip Serrell.
However, it’s been revealed that he sadly passed away following the recording which took place in Shepton Mallet, Somerset.
Bargain Hunt’s official X/Twitter announced the news in a statement on Friday, writing: ‘Following the filming of today’s episode in Shepton Mallet, antiques seller Stuart Withers very sadly passed away.
‘We send our sincerest sympathies and condolences to Mr Withers’ family and friends.’
The post was soon flooded with messages of condolences from BBC fans.
A Bargain Hunt star died just hours after filming the BBC show, it has emerged
![Stuart Withers [pictured] appeared in a recent episode broadcast on Friday 21 March and was seen alongside presenter Charlie Ross as well as experts Tim Weeks and Philip Serrell](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/03/22/19/96470547-0-Stuart_Withers_pictured_appeared_in_a_recent_episode_broadcast_o-a-32_1742670826662.jpg)
Stuart Withers [pictured] appeared in a recent episode broadcast on Friday 21 March and was seen alongside presenter Charlie Ross as well as experts Tim Weeks and Philip Serrell