Former BBC Breakfast host Chris Hollins, 52, has paid tribute to his late father John Hollins, who has died at the age of 76.
The Strictly Come Dancing winner has shared some special memories of his ex-footballer dad, who played for Chelsea, Arsenal and Queens Park Rangers during his career.
Former first-class cricketer Chris shared a statement, which read: "John was always so modest about the role he played in Chelsea's history.
"He was only 15 when he signed for the club and went on to win trophies in those incredible sides of the '60s and '70s.
"He had so many stories, but he always told us he just loved running out at the Bridge and wearing that famous blue shirt."
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"We will miss him as a husband, a father and grandfather and will always be proud of what he achieved in the game."
John played as a midfielder and later a full-back, making a single cap for the England national team during his career.
He also went on to manage Chelsea for three years after putting his footballing days behind him, and also managed several other lower-league teams across Britain.
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He was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire for services to football in 1982.
Lord Daniel Finkelstein also paid a touching tribute to the late athlete via the Chelsea website.
He said: "We were so sorry to hear of the death of John Hollins. He was a hero to the fans of this club, and very much that to me.
"He was at the heart of one of Chelsea's greatest teams and, as well as contributing to its trophy success, he expressed its spirit.
"He lifted up the team with his play and lit up the Bridge with his smile.
"He gave a life of service to this club, as a player, as a manager and as a match-day ambassador. He was greatly loved and will be much missed."
Arsenal football club also shared on Twitter: "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of John Hollins.
"Our Player of the Year in 1981/82, John was also a European Cup Winners' Cup finalist in 1980 and was awarded an MBE in 1982. John scored 13 times in 173 games with us. Rest in peace."
England football wrote: "We are saddened to hear that John Hollins MBE, who played for the #ThreeLions in 1967, has passed away aged 76.
"All of our thoughts are with his family and friends."