BREAKING NEWSChannel Nine stars devastating family loss after Lachlan Webb dies aged 36

The brother of former Channel Nine reporter Hayley Webb has died from a rare brain disease. 

Lachlan Webb, who is Ms Webbs younger brother, passed away on Thursday aged 36. 

He had spent most of life battling Fatal Familial Insomnia (FFI), which is a rare and incurable brain disease. 

Lachlan Webb (pictured left) who is the younger brother of former Channel Nine reporter Hayley Webb, has died

Mr Webb leaves behind his wife Claire and his son Morrison. 

Nines Today Show paid tribute to the father and loving husband on the program on Thursday morning.  

I want to take a moment to remember Lachlan Webb, who has passed away at the age of 36, presenter Karl Stevanovic said.  

You might remember we brought you his story last year, Lachlan. A remarkable man battling an unimaginable curse. 

More to come.