Tributes and memories from those who loved Derek

Thank you my precious, caring, funny, one of a kind, more than a friend for gracing my life. Perpetual light will forever shine on you. I am trying so hard to stop the tears… love you x

- Lillyanne Psychic Medium

 My thoughts and healing prayers are with his family and friends. In our hearts and minds #flyhigh #love

- Dean James Fox

Goodnight our dear friend Derek Acorah. Thankyou for gracing us with your beaming smile, your love and your kindness. We’ll be forever grateful for the time that you were in our lives. You will be in our hearts forever.

- Ash Flay

From our first day together, I always stood by your side, till our last day. I feel so honoured,  privileged and so blessed to have been part of yours and your family's lives for so many years, but most of all to have been your friend. I will never, ever forget you.

- Jimmy Devlin

Derek and Gwen Acorah Johnson have been amazing friends and a support to me over the years and he will be sadly missed.

- Barry John

Derek Acorah, always remembered and loved, you were the truest Gentleman I have ever met.

- Richard Case

Heaven gained an angel. A true gentleman and one of my husband's dearest friends. Shine bright Derek and sleep tight xxx

- Chelle Devlin

Sleep tight my beautiful spiritual friend, it was a pleasure to know you and Gwen. Heartbroken. Come chat with me anytime.

- Jackie Drummond

So sad to hear this Terrible news this morning that my good friend who I met on #CBB2017 has passed away. Love you, my brother! Thanks for being such a beautiful soul who was always there for me.

- Paul Danan

I had the privilege of knowing Derek and living and getting to know him for an entire month in CBB. You always looked out for me Derek and I’ll forever be grateful for that. I really hope you can rest in peace now, you’ll always be in heart, love Amelia ❤️

- Amelia Lily

We helped each other through the lunacy of Big Brother by talking football and life in general. A total gentleman. Much love to his wife Gwen and his fabulous brother who was so kind to my wife when they appeared on the show.

- Shaun Williamson