Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab has paid tribute to Dame Deborah James, calling her a ‘huge inspiration’ during Prime Minister’s Questions. The podcast presenter, campaigner and blogger known as ‘Bowel Babe’ died aged 40 yesterday. She had been diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in December 2016 and was told early on that she may not live beyond five years, and after raising awareness for the disease, she raised nearly £7million for Cancer Research UK in the final years of her life.
Lorraine Kelly gets emotional as she's inspired by Dame Deborah James
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Lorraine Kelly! The ITV presenter has taken part in an emotional and uplifting event, Race for Life, after being inspired by Dame Deborah James aka Bowel Babe. In her HELLO! diary, Lorraine shares a glimpse at the day out aimed at raising funds and awareness for cancer research.READ: Lorraine Kelly reacts to heartbreaking update from Deborah JamesThis week was very emotional as me and many of my fantastic team from my Lorraine TV show took part in the "Race for Life" event to raise awareness and funds for cancer research.We were all inspired by the force of nature that is Dame Deborah James who has done so much to take the stigma out of bowel cancer, and is the heart and soul of our life saving "No Butts" campaign.
She has encouraged us all to check our poo and not to be embarrassed about going to the doctors with any changes in bowel habits.WATCH: Lorraine Kelly races for Dame Deborah JamesDame Deborah sent us such a wonderful message of support and although she couldn't be at the event herself, we knew she was with us in spirit.READ: Prince William asks Dame Deborah James' brother a very cheeky questionREAD: Sophie Wessex pays tribute to Dame Deborah James on Gibraltar tripOur "Race For Life" was at Battersea Park in London and was full of both laughter and tears. Those taking part were running for loved ones who died from cancer and those who are living with the disease.
The day was full of tears and laughterThere was such a sense of unity and togetherness, and I know I wasn't the only one to shed a tear at the starting line.I have to confess that apart from the very start and the very end, I actually power-walked around the 5km course instead of actually running. Dame Deborah sent a wonderful message of support to
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29.06.2022 / 15:27
Prince William and Kate Middleton pay tribute to 'inspirational' Dame Deborah James
Prince William and Kate Middleton have paid tribute to the 'inspirational' Dame Deborah James after the heartbreaking news of her passing was announced on Tuesday night.
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29.06.2022 / 13:17
Lorraine Kelly fights back tears as she pays tribute to Dame Deborah James
Lorraine Kelly has been leading tributes to the amazing late Deborah James on her ITV breakfast show, alongside a slew of guests paying tribute to the star.
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29.06.2022 / 13:17
Nicola Sturgeon pays tribute to Dame Deborah James following death aged 40
Nicola Sturgeon has paid tribute to Dame Deborah James following the sad news of her death last night. Bowel cancer campaigner and blogger Deborah passed away yesterday following a five-year fight against the disease.
ok.co.uk
29.06.2022 / 12:41
Lorraine Kelly pays tribute to Dame Deborah James in Rebellious Hope t-shirt
Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to her late friend and No Butts campaign inspiration, Dame Deborah James. The 62-year-old presenter appeared on Good Morning Britain to talk about podcaster and campaigner Deborah also known as Bowel Babe who passed away on June 28 at age 40, after a five-year battle with bowel cancer. Lorraine also made the sweet gesture of wearing Deborah’s ‘Rebellious Hope’ t-shirt, which she created as part of a collaboration with InTheStyle to raise money for the Bowel Babe Fund.
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29.06.2022 / 12:41
BBC Breakfast hosts share emotional tribute to Dame Deborah James after her death
BBC Breakfast hosts Jon Kay and Nina Warhurst have paid tribute to Dame Deborah James after she passed away from bowel cancer.The podcaster sadly died aged 40 on Tuesday June 28 after being diagnosed with bowel cancer five years ago, which she documented in great detail on her BBC podcast, You Me and the Big C. Paying tribute to their late colleague, Jon Kay and Nina Warhurst honoured her achievements on Wednesday morning's programme - from her cancer campaigning to raising more than £6 million for cancer research.
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29.06.2022 / 00:43
Dame Deborah James' inspiring life from spreading awareness to raising £6million as she dies age 40
Dame Deborah James has sadly passed away at the age of 40, after battling bowel cancer for five years. The tragic news was announced on 28 June on the journalist and podcaster's Instagram page, with Deborah's family releasing a lengthy statement alongside a stunning photograph of the star and a clip of her happily dancing.
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26.06.2022 / 04:59
Tesco teams up with Dame Deborah James to tackle bowel cancer
BBC star has been working tirelessly on campaigns since her diagnosis in 2016, and is currently residing at her parents' house in Woking receiving end-of-life care. The Mirror reports that thus far, she has raised in excess of £6. 7 million for Cancer Research UK with her Bowelbabe Fund - which she initially set up so people could celebrate her life by 'buying her a drink'.
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25.06.2022 / 20:03
Dame Deborah James partners with Tesco to raise awareness of bowel cancer
Dame Deborah James has just announced an exclusive partnership with Tesco to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer on of their Luxury Soft loo roll.
ok.co.uk
23.06.2022 / 19:23
‘Thank you Dame Deborah James, I had stage 3 bowel cancer but you saved my life’
In 2016 journalist Deborah James (aka BowelBabe) was diagnosed with incurable bowel cancer. She vowed to share her battle and help find a cure. In five years, Dame Deborah has raised millions of pounds for the BowelBabe Fund for Cancer Research.Thanks to her inspirational work, radio and TV appearances, she’s helped countless people spot bowel cancer sooner and live longer, fuller lives.
ok.co.uk
22.06.2022 / 13:16
Dame Deborah James enjoys a pint as she breaks two day social media silence
Dame Deborah James has broken her two day social media silence as her mother Heather shared a snap of her enjoying a pint in the sunshine. Deborah, 40, who has been raising awareness of bowel cancer since her diagnosis in 2016, is currently receiving end of life care. Sitting next to her mother, who appeared to be drinking a glass of wine, Deborah could be seen drinking a pint by a lake.
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22.06.2022 / 11:21
Dame Deborah James' emotional goodbye to brother as he heads off on holiday
Dame Deborah James saw her brother Ben off on holiday with an emotional goodbye.
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21.06.2022 / 13:21
Andrex follow M&S in making change to toilet roll inspired by Deborah James that could save lives
One of the UKs best-known brands is set to make a huge change to their products in the hope it could save someone’s life. Andrex, the toilet paper company, has pledged to update their packaging to display symptoms of bowel cancer in a bid to raise awareness of the fourth most common cancer.
ok.co.uk
20.06.2022 / 16:07
Ruth Langsford says meeting Dame Deborah James at Royal Ascot was 'absolute honour'
Ruth Langsford has revealed it was an “absolute honour” to meet Dame Deborah James at Royal Ascot last week. The Loose Women panellist appeared on Lorraine and opened up about meeting the You, Me and the Big C podcaster at the racing event. “Obviously, I know you know her better than I do, it was amazing to see her there,” Ruth, 62, began.