"It was a privilege to have raised you": Tributes to make-up artist who worked on Bridgerton and The Crown after death in crash

The family of a young woman who tragically died following a crash near Wrelton in North Yorkshire have paid tribute to their "beautiful daughter, sister and granddaughter".

Ava Gillies, 26, was involved in a two-vehicle road traffic collision on the A170 near Wrelton at 1.30am on Wednesday July 29, which saw a black Audi A4 collide with Ava's white Volkswagen Polo.

Ava was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

Ava was a much respected make-up artist and had BAFTA Connect membership.

In a heartfelt tribute released on Tuesday, her family said “it was a privilege to have raised you and loved” Ava.

The tribute continued: "Ava, we will always, always miss you, your wit, your charm, your beauty, your feisty confidence, your many talents and your excellence in your field: hair & makeup for film and TV.

"In almost 27 years with us, you packed in so much, study, travel, and work.

"Our beautiful daughter, sister and granddaughter, your loss is immeasurable.

"We are so proud of your hard work and success, your BAFTA Connect membership and the opportunities that brought your career path from talented artist to new designer."

“What’s becoming clearer with every passing day is you were loved by so many people outside the family, your friends and the community in which you were raised.

"We take great comfort from the comments, cards and messages from people within the film industry and their expressions of love and respect for your talent.

"Our family will be forever grateful for the help, love and support we have received from our village, family and friends at this time.

"We would like to thank the emergency services and the Police family liaison officers."

Plans for Ava’s funeral and a celebration of her life will be announced in due course, her family said.