Tributes paid to 'massively popular regular' at Kilkenny Cat Laughs, Sean Lock

Fans, friends and fellow comedians have been paying tribute to sean Lock after the British comedian's death following a cancer battle. 

He was 58 years old and best known for his recurring spot on the hit TV comedy show, 8 Out Of 10 Cats. He was much-loved and is being remembered for his sharp wit and 'lovely' nature.

In local circles, Sean built a popular following in Kilkenny after regular appearances at Kilkenny Cat Laughs over the years, a fact noted by the festival on Twitter today.