There was some sad news announced earlier today as the creator of the much loved children’s character Paddington Bear Michael Bond, has sadly passed away aged 91 following a short illness.
The news of the author’s death was confirmed by his publisher HarperCollins who said he died peacefully in his home on Tuesday.
Speaking about the iconic author’s death HarperCollins CEO Charlie Redmayne said: “Michael Bond was one of the great children’s writers and at HarperCollins we are immensely fortunate to have published him and to have known him.”
“He was a wonderful man and leaves behind one of the great literary legacies of our time.”
The world renowned series about a friendly teddy bear who travels the world has sold more than 30 millions copies worldwide.