Jonnie Irwin's final days at home with family as presenter dies aged 50
Jonnie Irwin spent his final few weeks surrounded by his family.
The A Place In The Sun star passed away at the age of 50 after spending the last three years living alongside a terminal lung cancer diagnosis. His devastated wife shared the sad news in a heartbreaking post on his Instagram account on Friday. She wrote: "It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Jonnie’s passing. A truly remarkable soul, he fought bravely against cancer with unwavering strength and courage.
"Jonnie touched the lives of so many with his kindness, warmth, and infectious spirit. At this time, we kindly ask for the privacy of Jonnie’s family as they navigate through this profound loss. Their grief is immeasurable, and your thoughts, prayers, and support are deeply appreciated. As we remember the beautiful moments shared with Jonnie, let us celebrate a life well-lived and a legacy that will forever be etched in our hearts. Jonnie may be gone from our sight, but his love, laughter, and memories will live on. Rest in peace, dear Jonnie. You will be dearly missed, but never forgotten."
Jonnie shared a selfie from a recent hospital visit last week (Instagram/ @jonnieirwintv)In his final Instagram post from last weekend, Jonnie shared an update on his home renovations after installing new windows in his home. Jonnie proudly showed off the work as he shared a clip from his house. He captioned the clip: "I was tempted to spray the remaining windows, but after interviewing someone that actually knows what they’re talking about I changed my plans . This more than any other Reno has been a fluid process!"
Last month Jonnie also shared an insight into his gruelling cancer treatment as he shared a tired selfie of himself in hospital. The presenter Jonnie, 50, showed fans the "look of a man who's not slept for six nights" as he awaited a full body MRI scan in hospital. He posted an exhausted photo of himself in a hospital down as he stared into the camera with bloodshot eyes.
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He wrote: "This is look of a man who’s not slept for 6 nights and awaiting a full body MRI scan of at least an hour. If you haven’t had one they’re claustrophobic and claustrophobic and omit loud random noises. Joy. Take note on attempt of a jaunty not on my gown! I’m expecting to come out to news of India all out 195! ##alwaystrying #mri #livingwithcancer # nhs."
Jonnie enjoyed a trip to watch Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur last month (instagram/@jonnieirwintv)
Jonnie's wife paid a heartbreaking tribute to the dad-of-three (jonnieirwintv/Instagram)Jonnie explained at the start of the year how he was still managing to stay positive. Speaking on the Conversations with Jane McLelland podcast, he explained: "One of the reasons I think I'm still here is I'm not a cancer patient. It's always there at the back of your mind, but I'm living with cancer, not dying with cancer."
Two weeks ago, Jonnie enjoyed a day out to watch Manchester United against Tottenham Hotspurs at Old Trafford. He posted a smiling selfie with his friend and commented: "Spurs away- I’ll take the drawer #manuvspurs." He first announced in November 2022 that he had been diagnosed with terminal cancer, having been privately given the diagnosis in 2020 and told he had six months to live. He leaves behind his beloved wife and three young children; Rex, three, and two-year-old twins Rafa and Cormac.
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