Gethin Jones put a brave face on as he stepped out for the first time since announcing his father has died. 

The TV presenter, 47, announced the sad news earlier this week after his father had battled illness for period of time.

Gethin shared the final picture of him smiling alongside his father in the hospital on Monday, accompanied by a heartfelt post about the man who meant so much to him.

He revealed he had been playing him hymns and Arias from his phone just hours before his death.

Sharing the famous the Max Boyce quote, Gethin wrote: ‘Wales defeated England. Hymns and Arias with dad last night, before he left us this morning.

Gethin Jones was seen for the first time since his father, Goronwy Jones, passed away as he went for a walk in Cheshire on Thursday, following a touching post about the man he admired greatly.

The TV presenter had announced the passing of his father three days earlier as he paid a heartfelt tribute to him alongside this sweet photo 

‘The most perfect, peaceful end. Welsh hymns playing, and the grandsons on speaker phone saying goodbye.’

Gethin revealed his father had battled illness for period of time as he highlighted the importance of humour in helping his family.

He said: ‘Dad was unwell for some time, but he put up an incredible fight. It was heartwarming to witness his dry humor, the significance of faith, and his passion for classical music at the end.’

‘Every day I’ve been at the Heath Hospital in Cardiff, someone would stop me and ask me about dad.

‘He probably taught them at some point. He made a big impact on education in these parts over a long period of time. 

‘He was strict and direct, always reasonable. A teacher for 40 years, a headteacher for 28!’

The Strictly star expressed his gratitude to the NHS for caring for his father, mentioning that his sister, who is also part of the NHS, has been ‘amazing’.

Gethin has been a pillar of support for his father, revealing that his dad battled illness for a period while emphasizing how humor played a crucial role in supporting his family.

He was glued to his phone as he headed to the gym following a tough week 

The presenter’s celebrity friends and fans were quick to share their condolences in the comments section of the post

The presenter’s celebrity friends and fans were quick to share their condolences in the comments section of the post. 

Sir Chris Hoy wrote: ‘So sorry to hear it mate, but heartwarming to see him surrounded with love. x’ 

Russell T Davies: ‘Oh much love, darling xx’

Writing in Welsh, fellow The One Show presenter Alex Jones said: ‘Thinking of you Geth. Loads of love to you all.’