The Bake Off star, who was runner-up on the show in 2014, thanked doctors for ‘giving him more time than seemed possible’ before he lost his battle with oesophageal cancer at the age of 48

Bake-Off’s Luis Troyano has died at the age of 48.

Luis, who was runner up on the baking show in 2014, had been battling with oesophageal cancer and died last week.

His wife Louise said he was ‘loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure’ in a heartfelt tribute.

The tragic news was announced on Twitter by Luis’ agent Anne Kibel.

“Sadly, my lovely client lost his brave fight against Oesophageal cancer last week.

“A fantastic man with a love of baking that saw him get to the finals of GBBO, write a wonderful book, Bake It Great and do so much more. Always in our thoughts,” shared Anne.