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Ray Parlour deletes post and apologises for ‘insensitive’ tribute video to Kevin Campbell

Ray Parlour deletes his Twitter post and apologises for an ‘insensitive’ tribute video to Kevin Campbell who died age 54.

News of the former footballer turned pundit’s death was announced on Saturday morning, after it had been announced earlier this month that he became ‘very unwell’.

Mail Sport said that his health issues began with a stroke suffered a few months ago, then developed kidney failure and his weight had dropped to nine stone by the time of his death.

He tried to be positive despite his declining health, even messaging old Arsenal teammates saying to them that he was fine.

But understandably they are left heartbroken by the news of his passing on Saturday morning.

Parlour wrote on Twitter: “Devastated hearing the news this morning RIP Kevin 🥲 Great player and even nicer Fella 🙏😞 Thoughts with his family at this tough time 🙏”

Parlour then posted a now-deleted video of himself and appeared to pour himself a shot of Jagermeister and Cobra lager,. In the video he used the phrase “life goes on”, which offended some Twitter users.

He added in a further tweet: “I apologise if I have upset anyone in my last post I’m whole heartedly didn’t mean to come across insensitive i loved Kevin and I’m honestly devastated for his family and friends at this terrible time I’m sending all my love to them and any one who came across this amazing man.”

Meanwhile on ITV, Ian Wright could be seen visibly emotional as he paid tribute to his former Arsenal teammate.

“I can’t really go too deep into it because it’s very fresh. I only heard this morning.

“My best wishes and condolences go to his family. It’s too soon for me to talk about it. Any time I start talking it I start to well up.

“He meant the whole world to a lot of people and especially myself.”

Alan Shearer said during BBC’s coverage of the Euros: “I was lucky enough to play with him in the (England) under-21s and work with him in bits on TV over the years.

“He had an infectious personality, and a great character, and you can see with the outpouring of grief today, how much he will be missed. So sending all our condolences to his family and friends. Such sad news.”

Twitter users reacted after Ray Parlour deletes his post and apologises for what some people called an ‘insensitive’ tribute video to Kevin Campbell…

@Brett_leverton: Ray, he was your friend and your ex teammate. You pay respects to him however you want and feel appropriate.

@now_arsenaI: Ignore them mate, you knew Kev, pay your respects in whatever way you like. ❤️

@HappyWanderer55: I thought it was touching tribute mate. Ignore the drainers on here. You knew the man more than any of them did.

@DanielB699: You’re a top bloke mate.. Kevin would have laugh it off with you. 🖤

@Stanhods: People that never met the bloke being offended on his behalf, I wouldn’t worry Ray. I’m sure he would have appreciated the sentiment and your unique way of paying tribute to him after many years of friendship.

@BirkenheadBrown: This trial by social media needs to stop

@Swee1878: I’m a blue, and you never came across that way at all. Super Kev was loved by us all. Keep doing what you’re doing 👍🏼

@jonloveridge83: You knew the man Ray, don’t feel like you need to apologise to strangers

@goonerhip: There was nothing disrespectful about it, it has been loverly to see what Kevin meant to the people who knew him, it has been a testament to what a kind man he was

@JTmcfc3: Ignore the moaners Ray we all knew what you meant

@ZackMUTD: People are attacking you for no reason. You expressed yourself in a respectful manner and I don’t see what the issue is.

@tv_gooner: Take no notice Ray. You knew Kev very well and you wrote a kind message ❤️

@ReckersLive: What post?!? Was heartfelt

@Jonnyarsenal: Ignore them, Ray. We all knew what you meant.

@TheFootballInd2: As a blue you can see how much he meant to you – ignore the hate and celebrate the man!

@SuperLeedsUtd5: I always toast friends – ignore the trolls. Sorry for your loss – quality player and class bloke was Kev

@beanz2809: I’ve read it, and cannot see anything but a tribute to a fellow player with love and regards to his family. Am I missing something!? Can’t see what you’re got to apologise for tbh…..unless someone can tell me!?

@GaryHal23032948: From what I’ve seen of Kevin he was a humble amazing human being Ray. You were lucky enough to call him a friend. I wouldn’t bother about some of the negativity on here. 👍

@BrierleyJon: Nothing to apologise for Ray – some really insensitive people out there if they are suggesting you were.! Sorry for your loss x

@BennettDave85: People haven’t complained about that have they 🤦‍♂️ take no notice. You raised a glass to your mate. If he would’ve heard it he would’ve been smiling 100%.

@Leefact25: Nothing wrong with your original statement. Your thoughts for Kevin are there for all to see. I found out today a good friend of mine died last week and I’m hurting. I know you are too. It shows how much we loved our mates.

@Wally_S10: Ray, you wouldn’t offend any normal person we all knew the message was from the bottom of your heart. Have a drink for Kev tonight, top man

@wimrollin83: Might of upset the very small minority who have got nothing better in life but to criticise..but for the vast majority of us it was a touching tribute.. no need to apologise

@CartoonBouldy: Honestly, I thought it was really touching and heartfelt.

@Gooner812: It was a great tribute Ray and one I’m sure he’d love! Some people like to take offence to anything!

@hayesy9: I thought it was very sensitive & thoughtful message, I know my brother Martin is devastated and he can’t believe Kevin has gone. You can see all the Arsenal family loved Kev & are supporting his family at this moment in time. Your doing your best

@stanmiguel1: Mate, the intent is always more important than the action. Nobody can question your intent because it is genuine and from the heart ❤️ the real ones know

@efc_alex: Nothing to apologise for from what I can see. Trust us, I think we loved him just as much. What a man. Genuinely gutted.

@WilkesTim: Top man Ray. I bet Kev thought you was an absolute legend

@whitestu1: You can’t keep social media happy, it’s obvious you loved your mate, take no notice rip Kev and Happy Birthday big Al

@BammeisterProf: These people have no right to he offended because you not only knew him but was friends with him, I’m sorry for your loss Ray.

@UpTheDale2: Haven’t seen any post that came across insensitive Ray. Don’t beat yourself up over nothing , a sad loss and I’m sure everyone appreciates your hurting as are the football community. RIP Kev go score goals for fun upstairs ❤️ thoughts with the family x

@dave_courts: Would Kev have an issue Ray simple answer is no so don’t worry pal he was your friend you clearly loved him and that’s all that matters ❤️

@morriswham: Said nothing wrong Ray other than show respect to a friend and team mate Ignore the haters as this shows life is to short. Enjoy it while we are here

@AndrewJohnster:
Seemed good to me.
Some people are strange…

@Keynes39: People will complain about anything, it was a nice tribute

@HenryCartridge: You’re a good honest lad… that’s it and all about it Ray.

@Rohanp_19: Don’t listen to them. You knew the great man, those who are “upset” didn’t! I am sure he would’ve appreciated the sentiment. Sorry for your loss Ray. ❤

@quinney1971: I’d want my mates to have a drink for me, no need for apologies

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