The cause of death for TV icon Paul Stewart Laing has been disclosed following an inquest.

The cause of death for Paul Stewart Laing has now been officially determined after his demise in 2023.

The TV legend, who helped to launch the careers of icons including Lenny Henry and Les Dennis, died aged 83. It's now been confirmed his death was caused by sepsis following surgery.

An inquiry held at the Exeter Coroner's Court revealed that the television celebrity had elective surgery to remove his gallbladder and explore the common bile duct on January 16, 2023. The procedure took place at Derriford Hospital, after he experienced escalating issues with gallstones for a duration of eight years.

Four days post-surgery, Paul was released from the hospital. Reports indicated that he had been making a good recovery until he woke up nine days later feeling quite ill.