Eddie Large has died after contracting coronavirus, his heartbroken son has confirmed. Eddie, alongside funnyman Syd Little, made up one of Britain's most beloved comedy duos, who were known as Little And Large. His son Ryan McGinnis broke the sad news on Facebook, telling family and friends that his Scottish comedian dad had passed away at the age of 78. Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly shared a snap of them with Little and Large, writing: "So sad to hear about the passing of Eddie Large. And Manchester City football club, of which Eddie was a lifelong fan, tweeted: "Everyone at Manchester City is sad to hear that lifelong City fan and celebrity Eddie Large has passed away aged 78.

Source: Daily Mirror April 02, 2020 11:09 UTC