Mr Weir, who won the then-record jackpot along with his wife Chris in 2011, dies after a short illness.
Colin Weir, who won of one of Europe's biggest lottery jackpots, has died after a short illness aged 71, his lawyers have said.
Mr Weir and wife Chris, from Largs in North Ayrshire, Scotland, claimed the £161m Euromillions prize in 2011.A spokeswoman for Mr Weir's lawyers asked for"privacy for his family and friends at this distressing time". They said in a statement:"It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Colin Weir early today after a short illness.
"No further comment will be made other than to offer sincere thanks to the staff of University Hospital Ayr for their care and compassion." Mr Weir recently completed his takeover of Scottish Championship football club Partick Thistle and had
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