Who is Tubes? Soccer AM star's real name and club he supports after he suffers 'major heart attack'
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Soccer AM star Tubes announced he suffered a major heart attack on Thursday.
The television star, took to his Instagram to share a picture of himself in hospital and thanked surgeons for their 'quick and efficient work'.
Tubes, 35, has received messages of support from across football after the revelation.
He is one of the cast members of the Sky show, which is now presented by John Fendley, Jimmy Bullard and Lloyd Griffiths.
Here is all you need to know about the TV star
(Image: Tubes / Instagram)
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Tubes' real name is Peter Dale.
Tubes has been a regular on Soccer AM over several years proving a popular member of the long-running Saturday morning programme.
He had a regular feature on Soccer AM where he would ask one of the celebrity guests 'one question and one question only'.
Who does he support?
Tubes is a Chelsea supporter and has regularly pictured himself at Stamford Bridge.
What is Soccer AM?
The show first aired in 1995 and its best-known presenters are Helen Chamberlain and Tim Lovejoy.
The popular programme was initially broadcast for four hours.
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A series of features have been shown over the years, including Team Mates, Skill Skool, Crossbar Challenge and Brad Bobley.
It is now shown on Sky One and Sky Sports Football at 10am on Saturday mornings.
Admission over drink problems
Earlier this year, Tubes admitted he has suffered with alcohol problems.
"2017 (and half of 2016) have been the best years of my life because I finally admitted I’m highly addicted to alcohol and enough was enough and had to stop.
"Just wanted to say a massive thanks to everyone for all your kind words and support."