BBC Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Rebecca Carter 27 Aug 2022, 11:08 By Rebecca Carter 27 Aug 2022, 11:08 EastEnders actor Ashvin Luximon dies aged 38 as family pay tribute His family confirmed he died "due to an aneurysm" EastEnders Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Rebecca Carter 27 Aug 2022, 11:08 By Rebecca Carter 27 Aug 2022, 11:08 EastEnders actor Ashvin Luximon has died at the age of 38 as his family have paid a heartbreaking tribute. Ashvin played Asif Malik on EastEnders between 1999 and 2003. The actor sadly passed away on July 23 “due to an aneurysm”, his family confirmed. Ashvin, who played Asif Malik on EastEnders between 1999 and 2003, has sadly died (Credit: YouTube) EastEnders actor Ashvin Luximon dies aged 38 His family shared a message on a tribute website set up in Ashvin’s honour. They said: “This site is a tribute to Ash, who passed on the July 23, 2022, due to an aneurysm. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers “Ash’s unexpected passing has hit us all hard, but we want to take the time to remember his larger than life spirit. “He loved and was loved by so many.” They continued: “He sang a mean karaoke tune and had a voice loud enough to hear from space.Don't miss a single story! Add us as a Preferred Source in Google for all your EastEnders newsIt's important to us that you never miss our articles when searching for stories! We have all the latest TV news & schedules to share with our community of loyal readers. Click here and tick TVGuide.co.uk to ensure you see stories from us first in Google Search. “He brought laughter and the best cuddles.” Ashvin died from an (Credit: YouTube) Tributes to Ashvin Luximon Meanwhile, his family also said: “Please use this space to share thoughts, photos and memories. Please be respectful. “As a family we would like to ask anyone who would have made a floral tribute to instead donate to our chosen charities, the NSPCC (Ash was the ultimate Uncle) and Andy’s Man Club ( a charity aimed at helping men talk). Ash’s unexpected passing has hit us all hard, but we want to take the time to remember his larger than life spirit. “He loved you.” At the time of writing, £1,043.75 has been raised for the charities. Ashvin’s funeral took place at Enfield Crematorium on August 11, 2022. The family asked if attendees could wear colour as they wanted to “celebrate Ash’s life just as he would want us to”. Following the funeral, an “informal gathering” took place at The Cavalier pub. Ashvin was also known for appearing in Grange Hill and Hope and Glory. Read more: Who is in the cast of EastEnders 2022? Meet the full line-up What do you think of this story? Leave your tributes to EastEnders actor Ashvin on our Facebook page @EntertainmentDailyFix. Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google Good to Know Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Rebecca Carter 27 Aug 2022, 11:08 By Rebecca Carter 27 Aug 2022, 11:08 Previous Story Next Story