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Holby City star John Michie unveils huge tribute to daughter

Louella passed away at Bestival in September

Coronation Street and Holby City actor John Michie has revealed a graffiti mural in tribute to his daughter, Louella.

The yoga instructor was found dead at Bestival in September this year and there has been an outpouring of love for her online.

John has posted a number of tributes to Instagram, and the latest shows the graffiti mural that her friends have completed near their home in Holloway, North London.

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He captioned it: “#loveforlouella N15 6UR.”

Fans were quick to send their love and support after watching the video showing metres of the artwork.

“What a wonderful tribute to your beautiful girl!” said one.

Another added: “An amazing tribute to Louella. So much love.”

“That is amazing! So much love for her!” said a third.

A fourth wrote: “That’s lovely, it shows she is loved and missed by so many, rest in peace Louella.”

Louella’s body was found in the woods at the Dorset festival site on September 11, after John and his wife received a panicked phone call and details of her location.

Although a 28-year-old man was taken in for question, John insisted at the time he didn’t believe there was any foul play and Louella’s death was just a tragic accident.

A statement released by the family said: “Our hearts are broken by this horrific tragedy. We do not believe there to have been any malice intended in Louella and Ceon’s weekend at Bestival.

“They appear to have taken an illegal substance but we would appreciate cautious and sensitive reporting until the facts are known.

“Louella inspired all who knew her with her joy of life. The family would like to thank everyone for their heartfelt tributes and messages.”

John has posted a number of tributes to his daughter online since the tragedy, including a room full of all the flowers people had sent.

He captioned the snap: “So much love for Lou ❤️Thank you everyone for cards, flowers & messages and thank you Holby actors for Louella rose #loveforlouella.”

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On the opening night of Strictly Come Dancing, John’s co-star Chizzy Akudolu, sent love from the cast of Holby to their friend.

When talking to Claudia Winkleman, she said: “Can I just say a real quick, big love to John Michie and all his family. From all the Holby family, we’re thinking of you.”


Carena Crawford
Associate Editor (Soaps)

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