CAPTAIN Sir Tom Moore's famous friends have been paying tribute to the national hero following his devastating death. The 100-year-old's family announced he had died of coronavirus in a statement this afternoon.
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His selfless act saw him shoot to global stardom - and gain a whole host of celebrity pals. Heartbroken Piers Morgan today praised the World War II veteran who has been a shining light amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
He wrote on social media: "RIP Captain Sir Tom Moore, 100. A magnificent man. "A national hero. In our darkest hour since WW2, he rallied Britain with his resilience, courage.
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