Carlton legend Sergio Silvagni dead, aged 83

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The AFL assemblage is successful mourning pursuing the decease of Carlton fable Sergio 'Serge' Silvagni who has died aged 83.

The Blues icon, who is begetter to full-back-of-the-century Stephen and existent nine guardant Jack passed distant connected Thursday morning.

Silvagni played 239 games for Carlton betwixt 1958 and 1971, winning premierships successful 1968 and 1970.

Sergio Silvagni was a Carlton legend. (Nine)

Silvagni was named successful Carlton's squad of the period and was inducted into the club's hallway of fame successful 2016.

Following his status successful 1971, Silvagni held respective off-field roles astatine Carlton, including becoming a committee member, selector and reserves coach.

He is survived by woman Rita, lad Stephen and 3 daughters Lisa, Danielle and Michelle.

Stephen Silvagni poses with his begetter Sergio. (Getty)

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