RaymondBRIGGSThe author behind one of the most-loved children's books The Snowman, Raymond Briggs, has died.
Raymond passed away on Tuesday morning, his family announced.
The award-winning illustrator was one of the most respected and beloved authors, best-known for the 1978 classic and Father Christmas.
Paying tribute, Raymond's family said they take comfort in how his books "touched millions of people around the world."
Raymond is survived by his step-daughter Clare and her husband Fynn; his step-son Tom and his wife Sarah, and his step-grandchildren: Connie, Tilly and Miles.
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