It was four years ago that the beloved and popular television personality Jonnie Irwin, known from “A place in the sun”, announced that he had suffered from incurable cancer.
Now his family announces that the presenter has died, aged 50.
“He fought valiantly against cancer with unwavering strength and courage,” the family writes in a post on his Instagram.
It was during 2020 that the world was reached by the heavy news.
The popular and beloved presenter, Jonnie Irwin known from the British TV show “A Place in the Sun”, had suffered from cancer.
The presenter himself said that he had received the message during the recording of the program, when the production was in Italy.
He had been driving when he suddenly felt ill and had to seek medical attention.
Once at the hospital, the devastating news came.
He had lung cancer that had spread to the brain.
– Within a week of filming I was told I had six months to live, he told the magazine Hello.
Since then, Jonnie Irwin has talked openly about his fight against cancer and how he underwent tough treatments.
Jonnie Irwin chose not to tell the children about his cancer
In an attention-grabbing interview with the Daily Mail, the television personality told that he and his wife made a decision not to tell their children that he was dying of cancer.
Instead, they wanted to focus on the kids getting as much time with Jonnie as they could.
“At the moment I’m me, a thinner version, there’s no need to tell them. I think it will be a lot for them to take in,” he says.
“I do my best to bury my head in the sand because what’s the point of spending your days thinking about cancer when there’s gas costs to worry about. The cost of living is a concern because I won’t witness it, but my family will”.
In recent times, Jonnie has told us that he has been feeling increasingly worse.
A short time ago, the doctors announced that he only had a couple of months to live.
But despite that, Jonnie was in good spirits and refused to give up.
– If I only listened to the forecast I constantly get, I would lie curled up and cry myself to death, he has said in the podcast ”Conversations” with Jane McLelland according to Daily Mirror
Through it all, viewers have followed his journey and cheered Jonnie on in his fight against cancer.
And it’s the support of the fans that helped Irwin forward.
A couple of weeks ago, he had to receive nice tributes from his followers after sharing pictures of himself.
Several then pointed out that he looked strong.
”Looking good, Jonnie. Keep doing what you’re doing because it’s working, mate! Good work”, one person wrote.
”Great that you came to the game and enjoyed it. What a warrior you are. Thumbs up for you, Jonnie,” wrote another.
”Keep fighting, Jonnie. You look good and enjoy life”, wrote a third.
But now Jonnie has lost the fight against cancer.
“A place in the sun”-Jonnie Irwin has died
On Friday evening, the family confirmed that he had fallen asleep at the age of 50.
“It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Jonnie’s passing. A truly remarkable soul, he bravely fought cancer with unwavering strength and courage. Jonnie touched so many with his kindness, warmth and infectious spirit,” the family begins in a post on his Instagram.
“Right now, we ask for peace of mind as they navigate this profound loss. The grief is immeasurable, and your thoughts, prayers and support are deeply appreciated.”
“As we remember the beautiful moments shared with Jonnie, let’s celebrate a life well lived and a legacy that will forever be etched in our hearts. Jonnie may be gone, but his love, laughter and memories will live on.”
“Rest in peace, dear Jonnie. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten”.
Rest in peace dear Jonnie, we will never forget you!
