Motor neurone disease symptoms as DIY SOS star Jason Liversidge dies following battle

Strictly Come Dancing professional Katya Jones broke down in tears during a special episode of DIY SOS, after a guest dedicated a dance performance to her late father. Katya, 34, joined the likes of Luba Mushtuck, Nancy Xu and Graziano Di Prima for the BBC show, which is fronted by Nick Knowles, 60. It usually sees Nick and a team of decorators treat deserving people to a home makeover, but the special episode saw them transforming a performing arts school in Wallsend, North Tyneside.The building is used by charity True Colours, which supports children and young adults of all abilities who have a passion for dance.

post to her Instagram page. “The pain of losing someone so young, just 33 years old, and so kind, is overwhelming,” the bereaved relatives wrote.

Arleen Sorkin, the original voice of Batman villain Harley Quinn, has passed away at the age of 67.The death was announced by her friend and fellow voice actor Neil Kaplan who took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share the news with the world. Alongside an image of Arleen and an image of her as the Harley Quinn character, Neil wrote: "It broke my heart to hear… the original voice of Harley Quinn, Arleen Sorkin has passed away. I adored her work as HQ & as Calliope in Days of Our Lives." The news has sent shockwaves through the world of entertainment as tributes have poured in from former colleagues to fans.The cause of her death is yet to be revealed.

Love Your Garden viewers were left heartbroken after it was revealed the teenage star of the show had died. The ITV programme showed Alan Titchmarsh and his team transform the backyard of Harri Torr, a 15 year old battling terminal cancer. At the conclusion of the episode, which first aired in 2020 and was repeated on Tuesday (22 August), a tribute confirmed Harri had since tragically died from the disease.

Altrincham FC have led the tributes to former skipper and club legend Mark Maddox following his death from motor neurone disease aged 50. Mark made over 300 appearances for the Robins between between 1996 and 2006.

Neighbours legend Guy Pearce has revealed the devastating news that his mum has died.The TV and film star shared a loving tribute as he sadly announced his mother Anne Cocking passed way following a battle with Alzheimer’s. Sharing images of him, his sister Tracy and their "fierce and witty" mother on X, formerly known as Twitter, Guy, 55, wrote: "Lost my beautiful Mum today. "Kicked the bucket’ as she would say.

A young Ayrshire bus driver involved in a horror crash on the A77 has died.

EastEnders star Jane Whittenshaw has sadly died, her agent confirmed on Friday.The much-loved actress, who was best known for playing social worker Anita Banks in the BBC soap, sadly passed away last Saturday, with her loved ones at her side. A statement from her agents read: "It is with profound sadness we must announce the passing of Jane Whittenshaw, a much loved and highly respected client of over 30 years.

Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis have scored a win in their ongoing legal battle against their former nanny, who filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against them earlier this year.

DIY SOS star Jason Liversidge has passed away at the age of 47 after living with motor neurone disease (MND) for ten years. Dad-of-two Jason was diagnosed with the disease in 2013 and appeared alongside his family on the home makeover show in 2015.The family home in Hull was visited by Nick Knowles as the DIY SOS team transformed the home to make it more accessible to Jason. His wife Liz confirmed the sad news of Jason’s passing on Facebook, writing: “Jason Liversidge died peacefully at home surrounded by his girls at 22.59 on the 5th August 2023.

Paul Foreman faces some emotional decisions in Coronation Street next week. Viewers are currently watching the character facing the progression of his Motor Neurone Disease (MND). The former builder discovered the heartbreaking news that he had the fatal, rapidly progressing disease that affects the brain and spinal cord, in scenes aired in April.

Home and Away star Georgie Parker, who shot to fame playing Roo, has opened up on her health battle which has seen her lose “three inches of height”. The actress was thrust into the limelight after joining the iconic soap in 2010 as Roo Stewart. Her character is the daughter of Alf Stewart, played by Ray Meagher, and Martha, played by Belinda Gibson.The 58 year old took over the role from Justine Clarke, and has held onto it ever since.

A motorcyclist has died following a collision with a pedestrian on a busy Salford road. Emergency services descended on Albion Way after 6.30pm yesterday (August 11).

Jason Momoa is one of the first celebrities to speak out about the Maui Wildfires, and is now urging his fans to stop traveling to Maui for the time being.

One Foot In The Grave star Doreen Mantle has died aged 97. The South African-born actress passed away peacefully at her home, her agent announced.

Actress Doreen Mantle has died “peacefully at home” aged 97, her agent has said. Best known for her performance as Jean Warboys in the BBC comedy series One Foot In The Grave, the much loved star also had appearances in Doctors and Coronation Street. In a statement, her agent said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved client and much-loved stage, screen, and radio actress Doreen Mantle, aged 97.

Nick Knowles and the BBC's DIY SOS team are in hot water, with dad Peter Chapman claiming they did a 'bodge job' that could have 'killed someone'.The claims emerged after the 64-year-old, who is a full-time carer for his wife and daughter, appeared on the show in 2020 but alleged work carried out by the TV series has wrecked his life, according to The Sun.The 'bodge job' apparently included wall bars on the toilet for Peter's wheelchair-using wife Sarah, 59, and daughter Suzanne, 39, coming off on the first day, along with part of their hallway collapsing too.The incident is said to have taken place back in 2020 and while it appears Peter and his family were offered £15,000 in compensation, they refused it, as they believed that repairs would cost double. It's thought they've been in dispute with the BBC ever since - around three and a half years.

Over the weekend, Bella Hadid bravely opened up about her ongoing battle with chronic Lyme disease.

Nick Knowles has announced his engagement to Katie Dadzie by reposting a photo on social media which shows him getting down on one knee.

DIY SOS star Nick Knowles has reportedly gotten engaged to a woman 27 years his junior, and the pair are gearing up to get married. The TV star, who is known for presenting various shows on the BBC, is said to tying the knot for a third time. Nick, who recently turned 60, is said to have proposed to his girlfriend Katie Dadzie last month during a trip to the US, where he's been filming.