TRIBUTES have poured in for Come Dine With Me star Indy Nijjar who has died aged 50.
The tattoo artist and fitness coach from Grimsby has been described as "larger than life" and "an absolute legend".
Paying tribute on social media, a heartbroken friend said Indy was "the biggest sweetheart with the biggest heart".
Indy ran the long-standing tattoo parlour Indy N Ink.
He also worked as a fitness coach at the Oasis Health Club gym.
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Indy appeared on the hit Channel 4 TV show Come Dine With Me in 2011, where he became famous for his personality.
He held a summer-themed dinner party with his guests dressed in swimwear. He finished as the runner-up.
People who knew him said they were "devastated" and "heartbroken" by his death.
One friend wrote: "I will miss you my dear friend. Rest easy Indy Nijjar, you [were] larger than life, always on the dance floor, the biggest sweetheart with the biggest heart."
Another said: "Uplifing soul. A legend. He helped so many people from all walks of life. My deepest condolences to his son, family and all the literally thousands of people who knew him. RIP matey."
In another tribute, Indy was described as one of the "strongest men" and "an absolute legend" who would help anyone.
They said: "I can’t believe one of the strongest men I know has been taken from us… this guy would help anyone out and has helped a lot of people with their problems.
"Inspired me as a young kid… when I found out the news this morning it broke my heart, you're gonna be missed by so many brother."
Another person wrote: "Hearing the sad news my good friend Indy Nijjar isn’t here anymore has truly broken my heart.
"He was one of the best people I have ever ever known, he was always there for anyone who needed anything, he was was on the end of the phone anytime I needed."
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