Comedian Russell Howard has shared the heartbreaking news of the death of his newborn son, Felix. The star of Mock The Week, who is 46 years old, revealed the news in a detailed post on Instagram, where he expressed his gratitude to the National Health Service (NHS) for the care they provided during this difficult time. Felix passed away several months ago, but Russell and his wife, Cerys, chose not to publicly announce their pregnancy at the time, preferring to grieve privately. "Earlier this year, our family changed forever when our beautiful baby boy, Felix, died shortly after birth," Russell wrote. "During the most devastating time of our lives, the hospital staff who cared for us showed extraordinary compassion, kindness, and humanity. They helped us navigate an unimaginable heartache and gave us support when we needed it most." Russell also paid tribute to Lauren, their bereavement midwife, who had experienced a similar loss in her own life. Inspired by her experience, Lauren decided to retrain as a midwife to provide the best possible care to other families in similar situations. Russell expressed deep appreciation for her support, saying, "Her care meant more to us than we can ever put into words. During our time in hospital, Felix was placed in a cool cot, which meant that my wife and I were able to spend precious hours with our beautiful boy. We could hold him, talk to him, and tell him just how much we loved him. Those hours are among the most precious memories we have of Felix." The post highlights the emotional and personal journey the family has been through, while also acknowledging the critical role of healthcare professionals during times of profound loss. Russell's message serves as both a tribute to his son and a recognition of the compassion shown by those who supported him and his family during their grief.