Beloved Teletubbies actor Simon Shelton who played Tinky Winky has died aged 52.
Tinky Winky was known for carrying a red “magic” handbag.
Tributes have been pouring in from fans across the world.
Dipsy pays tribute to Tinky Winky actor after father-of-three who trained as a ballet dancer dies aged 52 https://t.co/auOKDWOsUA pic.twitter.com/1rnHWtHBvy
— Daily Mail U.K. (@DailyMailUK) January 23, 2018
I just want to pay my respects today for the man who was behind the costume of Tinky Winky. I actually can't believe he passed this soon at the age of 52...
Teletubbies is part of what made my childhood so special, and I just want to thank him for that.
RIP, Simon Shelton. pic.twitter.com/S3AGdlappG— Matt (@KnapfordEngine) January 23, 2018
To date I still do not own a big red bag, but when I saw #TinkyWinky for the first time playing with its I knew I cuold have pic.twitter.com/dfPawoeeyF
— Rey de #montecristo (@TheCristobal) January 23, 2018
Sad to hear that Simon Shelton, the guy who played Tinky Winky has died. Had a great childhood watching the Teletubbies.
May he Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/Nckg7NuHEi— empty cake container (@CATaclysmalLife) January 23, 2018
