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A TOP boss at Lego has died in a horror skiing accident after falling on the slopes at a popular Swiss mountain range.

Michael Halbye, 64, was airlifted to hospital after the crash but was pronounced dead shortly after arriving as tributes quickly poured in for the beloved businessman.

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Michael Halbye has died at the age of 64 after a skiing accidentCredit: Mary Fonden
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The Danish businessman was airlifted to hospital after the crash but was pronounced dead shortly after arrivingCredit: Kirkbi
The serious skiing accident took place in the canton of Valais in Verbier

The serious skiing accident took place in the canton of Valais in VerbierCredit: Getty

The serious skiing accident took place in the canton of Valais in Verbier as Danish native Halbye was reportedly going down a steep piste.

Doctors said he died from internal bleeding.

Halbye was the vice chairman of Danish brand Kirkbi who are the investment company who owns a majority stake in the Lego family.

His death was announced by chairman of Kirkbi, Thomas Kirk Kristiansen.

He said: “It is with great sadness that we received the news of Michael’s sudden passing.

“Our thoughts and care go to Michael’s family and loved ones, who are now faced with having to process the unexpected loss of a man who, in all facets of life, has left a great and positive impression on those around him.

“We will miss Michael as Vice Chairman but first and foremost as a person. May his memory be honoured.”   

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