Georgina Cooper has died aged 46

Fellow model Jade Parfitt said in a post on Instagram: "Goodbye beautiful girl [heart emoji]

"Devastated to share the news of George's passing. One of the funniest and naughtiest, never mind most beautiful friends, we all wanted to hang out with George backstage. Sending so much love to her son, family. And friends.

"Gone too soon [heart emoji] (sic)"

Jade's post featured a series of throwback photos and magazine covers.

Dean Goodman, Georgina's former agent, has also expressed shock and sorrow.

Dean said on Instagram: "I'm in total shock, and talked to her not long ago to meet up after she just got married.

"She was the original gap-toothed girl! I will miss her immensely, rip in peace, Georgie girl, I will never forget you and always love you, see you on the other side. (sic)"

Meanwhile, Erin O'Connor has admitted to feeling devastated by Georgina's passing.

The 46-year-old model said: "Gorgeous George.... Shocked and devastated to hear you are gone.

"You were an incredibly kind and funny human-being, Georgina. I/we all admired and loved you so much for the warmth, generosity and gentle mischief you brought to the world.

"Many years have passed since we (our little 90's britannia pack) hung out together during the mad carousel era known as 'show season' - but, you ALWAYS stuck out to me for keeping it real and being proud of who you were.

"What an almighty life you led.. Full of spirit and endless, inspiring humility. You will never be forgotten. Phenomenal woman, wife, daughter, mum and friend; my thoughts are with your family, especially your beautiful boy.

"Hugs and condolences to all.. RIP brave heart (sic)"

Georgina first became a model as a teenager, after her mother entered her in the Elite Look of The Year contest in 1992 and she finished in third place.

However, she stepped back from modelling in recent years to focus on raising her son, Sonny.