Angela Bishop’s husband Peter tragically dies

Angela Bishop has confirmed the tragic death of her husband Peter Baikie.

The ‘devastated’ Channel 10 showbiz reporter announced the sad news on Thursday morning.

‘It is with a heavy heart that Angela Bishop, family and friends advise you of the passing of Angela’s much-loved husband, Peter Baikie,’ the statement read.

Peter Baikie, pictured with his wife, lost his battle with cancer and died on Wednesday at the age of 54

‘Peter is the adored father of Amelia, sister of Wendy Rylance, cherished son-in-law of Bronwyn Bishop and brother-in-law of Sally Bishop.’

Baikie was surrounded by family and friends when he died, aged 54.

The car fanatic was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer last year and died on Wednesday.

‘His courage in fighting this disease left all that shared his journey full of immense admiration,’ the statement read. 

‘It is with a heavy heart that Angela Bishop, family and friends advise you of the passing of Angela’s much-loved husband, Peter Baikie,’ a family statement read

Baikie (pictured) was surrounded by family and friends when he died on Wednesday

‘He found his tower of strength in his wife Angela and the love of his daughter Amelia.

‘He embraced life with all it had to offer him – but without doubt his family and friends were the highlights in his world.

‘The love shown to Angela and family during his final days by Peter’s circle of friends is testament to the man he was. He will be dearly missed but forever loved.’

The statement concluded: ‘Angela and Amelia are devastated by the loss of Peter but would very much like to thank all who have supported them through this time.’   

Angela Bishop (left) with husband Peter Baikie and daughter Amelia (now 10) are pictured in 2015

Ms Bishop (left) with her husband and her former politician mother Bronwyn Bishop