Lucy Hale, 37, has shared an emotional tribute to her late father, Preston Hale, on Instagram following his unexpected death.The Pretty Little Liars star revealed her father passed away suddenly last week, describing their final conversation as 'beautiful.

' Hale, who has over 22 million followers, posted nostalgic photos and videos from her childhood and recent family memories, highlighting her father's love for farming, his hometown in Milan, Tennessee, and his hobbies like fishing and golfing.She expressed disbelief at the news, stating her father was 'mind-numbingly funny, sensitive, and deeply kind.' Hale also mentioned her sister Maggie was with her during the devastating call, calling it a 'parting gift' orchestrated by God.She emphasized her father's unconditional love for his family and his 'deep soul bond' with her despite their complex relationship.

Hale's tribute included spiritual reflections, stating her father 'isn’t gone—he’s simply taken a different form,' and asked him to 'watch over us.

' The actress, known for her role as Aria Montgomery in Pretty Little Liars, also mentioned her upcoming plans to reunite with the PLL cast and her music career.Her heartfelt message resonated with fans, underscoring the impact of her father's life and legacy.