Overview

• He died on June 21 at age 57, with his family confirming the news in a statement released on June 24.
• Blackman became a household name as a dating expert on the first four series of Celebs Go Dating before stepping away in 2018 to pursue other ventures.
• His family praised his magnetic personality and passion for music and television in their tribute.
• Fellow cast members and fans, including Paul C Brunson, Tom Read Wilson, Example and Zoe Ball, have shared heartfelt condolences.
• Beyond television, he was respected for his work in music PR and remembered for championing others with warmth and generosity.