Gary Barlow gives thanks for "overwhelming" support after baby tragedy

Published Aug 8 2012, 09:52 BST  |  By

Gary Barlow and Dawn Barlow at the Brit Awards 2011

© WENN / Spiller

Gary Barlow has thanked fans for their support following the loss of his daughter Poppy.

The Take That star released a statement on Monday (August 6) confirming that his fourth child with wife Dawn had been delivered stillborn two days earlier.

Members of the public and a host of celebrities, including the X Factor judge's bandmate Robbie Williams, offered their condolences following the tragic news.

Breaking his silence on Twitter, Barlow wrote this morning: "Your kind words and lovely messages are overwhelming. thank you."

Gary and Dawn, who married in 2000, welcomed their third child Daisy in 2009.

The pair are also parents to Daniel, 12, and Emily, 10.