MASTERCHEF Australia host Jock Zonfrillo has died suddenly at the age of 46.
The star's family confirmed his death in a statement on Instagram, writing: “With completely shattered hearts and without knowing how we can possibly move through life without him, we are devastated to share that Jock passed away yesterday."
Zonfrillo's cause of death has not been disclosed.
His cohost, Melissa Leong, posted on Instagram about their upcoming season premiere, reportedly unaware that he died.
She has since deleted the post and is "devastated and broken," Network 10’s entertainment editor Angela Bishop revealed to news.com.au.
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- Jennifer Korn
Jamie Oliver mourns chef
Jamie Oliver said he was in "total shock" over Zonfrillo's death.
"We had the best time working together for this year’s MasterChef, I can’t tell how good it was to work with him," he said.
"Jock was very generous to me with his time and spirit in the show and for that I was really grateful.
"Jock will be so very missed… I can’t believe I’m writing this…
"Sending heartfelt love and condolences to all of his family, friends and his second family the MasterChef team and contestants."
- Jennifer Korn
Zonfrillo posted hours before death
In Zonfrillo's last post on social media, shared just hours before he died, he appeared excited about the launch of MasterChef Australia's new season – due to air tonight.
Sharing a photo of British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, who appears on the new season, he wrote:
"The time has come for @masterchefau to kick off a new season filled with Secrets & Surprises!
- Jennifer Korn
'Please let us grieve privately'
Jock Zonfrillo's family continued in their Instagram statement:
"For those who crossed his path, became his mate, or were lucky enough to be his family, keep this proud Scot in your hearts when you have your next whisky."
“We implore you to please let us grieve privately as we find a way to navigate through this and find space on the other side to celebrate our irreplaceable husband, father, brother, son and friend.”
- Jennifer Korn
Family confirms Jock Zonfrillo's death
The Masterchef host's family confirmed his death in a statement on Instagram.
“With completely shattered hearts and without knowing how we can possibly move through life without him, we are devastated to share that Jock passed away yesterday,” his family wrote.
“So many words can describe him, so many stories can be told, but at this time we’re too overwhelmed to put them into words."
- Jennifer Korn
Masterchef host dies suddenly
Masterchef Australia host Jock Zonfrillo has died suddenly at the age of 46.
His cause of death has not been disclosed.
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