I’m A Celebrity winner Angry Ginge has opened up about the tragic death of his cousin Harley, who passed away aged 19.

Angry Ginge posted a heartfelt tribute (Image: Tim Merry/Staff Photographer)

I’m A Celebrity champion Angry Ginge posted a heartfelt tribute to his beloved cousin Harley on social media this Friday, following the teenager’s tragic death at just 19 years old.

The content creator, whose real name is Morgan Burtwistle, 24, spoke candidly about losing his family member whilst revealing his plans to pay tribute to his late relative.

Morgan, who donned a black armband during the Match For Hope football match, also urged supporters to contribute to Harley’s GoFundMe campaign to help his grieving family.

He explained: “I will be wearing a black arm band like footballers do when you lose someone. Two weeks ago, one of my cousins Harley passed away, he was only 19 and a Manchester lad as usual, same place as we’re all from.

“So I’m wearing the arm band for him, for his family and so I thought I’d let you all know beforehand. He’s also got a GoFundMe if you want to donate a quid or 50p if you can or a fiver – anything you can, feel free.

The YouTuber detailed the loss ahead of his Match for Hope game on Friday (Image: Instagram )

“I’ve also donated so I’m not doing one of those things where you do and I don’t, don’t worry, but yeah it would mean the world to their family.”

The GoFundMe campaign, which has already amassed more than £16,000, was established to assist the family with funeral costs. Morgan contributed a generous £3000.

A moving tribute stated: “The smile he had could light up any room and I cannot understand or even imagine how much pain his family is going through so let’s make it as easy as it can be for them and help support them.

“Please give as much or as little as you can, anything will help to give him the best day possible. Harley tragically passed away on Saturday 10th January, leaving his family and friends heartbroken, struggling to find words to describe or even believe what has happened. Harley was a beautiful, funny, loving, mischievous, caring lad with his whole life ahead of him.

His cousin Harley died earlier this month and Ginge has donated £3,000 to his GoFundMe page (Image: Instagram)

“He was the life and soul of any gathering and would light up the room with his infectious smile, humorous personality and let’s not forget his rapping – we all know he loved a good rap.

“He was an incredible son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, always making everyone around him smile and laugh. So let’s continue to show his family how much he was cherished and provide them with the support they need during this devastating time.”

This comes after Morgan treated himself for his highly successful media career by splashing out £420,000 on his first home. The newbuild features a bright, spacious kitchen-diner, two modern high-spec bathrooms, expansive front and back gardens, a hot tub, covered patio, and a sweeping driveway.