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Dame Deborah James's mum Heather James has opened up about the "bittersweet" moment of accepting her late daughter's honorary degree on her behalf. Deborah died in June at the age of 40 after battling with bowel cancer six years. In the final weeks of her life, the podcast host raised a phenomenal £7.5million for charity, and continued to campaign for better awareness of bowel cancer symptoms.

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Dame Deborah James’ posthumously published book has debuted at number one in the UK. How To Live When You Could Be Dead sold 40,878 copies following its release on Thursday last week, according to Nielsen BookScan’s Total Consumer Market.The book, completed in the podcast host and former deputy headteacher’s final weeks, has also become the bestselling non-fiction debut of 2022 so far.

TV host Lorraine Kelly has praised NHS staff in Scotland who looked after her mum after she was rushed to hospital. Lorraine’s mum, Anne, who recently turned 80, was recently rushed to hospital in her hometown of East Kilbride, where the TV favourite grew up. Following Anne’s hospital dash, daughter Lorraine, 62, who recently spoke out about Deborah James’ funeral, took to Twitter to commend the NHS staff who took care of her mum.

BBC star Rachae​l Bland's widower has married his nurse girlfriend of three years following his wife's death from breast cancer in 2018. Steve Bland, from Cheshire, came to prominence after he began presenting the You, Me and the Big C podcast alongside Lauren Mahon and Deborah James following the death of his wife Rachael in 2018. She had triple negative breast cancer and moved thousands of people who hailed her bravery and dignity as she fought terminal illness.

Dame Deborah James' mother has appeared on ITV Lorraine this morning (18 August) to promote her late daughter's new book, How To Live When You Could Be Dead, which is released today. In her first studio interview since the death of her daughter almost two months ago, Heather told Christine Lampard how Deborah spent the last two years writing the book and described the final chapters, which were penned in the last few weeks of Deborah’s life, as “emotional”.

Seven weeks after the sad passing of Dame Deborah James , her book How To Live When You Could be Dead is published tomorrow. The podcast host and journalist, who also went by the nickname 'bowel babe' died on 28 June aged 40, with her family announcing the news in a heartbreaking statement on social media . The mum of two and former teacher was diagnosed in 2016 aged 35.

Dame Deborah James has said in her book, How To Live When You Could Be Dead, that she suffered from "severe allergic reactions" to chemotherapy that led to anxiety attacks. In an extract written in her own words, the late star said: "On one occasion, I had a particularly serious anxiety attack when I was undergoing chemo. Medically I was fine, but I was utterly sure I would die.

Dame Deborah James, the much loved star better known to the world as Bowel Babe, has revealed how she was taken under the wing of her fellow long-term cancer patients ahead of her death. The late star, who passed away in June after a long battle with bowel cancer, revealed the kindness of her fellow patients in an extract from her, book How To Live When You Could Be Dead.

her death on June 28 2022, and now continues in her name, her memory, and here, in her own words. “At the age of 35, I was blindsided by incurable bowel cancer – I was given a less than 8 per cent chance of surviving five years. ” She did survive five years, during which time she lost too many close friends, but somehow maintained her radical optimism, her absolute love of life, and her belief that being human is always beautiful, even when it’s terrible.

Sharing words of wisdom. Prince William gave the children of late BBC presenter Deborah James advice on how to cope with losing a parent when he visited the family earlier this year.

Prince William had a kind ear for the children of the late BBC presenter, Deborah James. In a recent interview with, James’ husband, Sebastian Bowen, speaks about the Duke of Cambridge's visit to their home ahead of the journalist’s death in June.  Bowen shares that the royal came to their house and joined the family for champagne and to grant James damehood.

Dame Deborah James' mother has told how much the support of the public in her daughter’s final weeks meant to her, and has also spoken of her greatest heartbreak during Deborah's last days. Podcaster and campaigner Dame Deborah, known by her social media handle Bowelbabe, died on June 28 at the age of 40, after being diagnosed with bowel cancer at the age of 35. Appearing on BBC Breakfast this morning (16 August), Deborah's mum Heather James spoke of the hardest moment during the weeks leading up to her daughter's tragic death.

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Dame Deborah James’ husband Sebastien Bowen has opened up about his wife’s final days in a heartbreaking new interview. Deborah raised over £7million for bowel cancer research before passing away in June at the age of 40. In a touching interview with The Times, Sebastien has described his wife’s struggles and the magical days they spent together with children Hugo, 14 and 12-year-old Eloise.

The late Dame Deborah James revealed in her posthumous book that she suffered "periods of frequent, crippling panic attacks" that stopped following her cancer diagnosis. The 40 year old mother of two passed away on June 28 after a valiant five-year battle with bowel cancer, during which time she raised awareness about the disease, as well as a jaw-dropping £7million for cancer research.

bowel cancer. In the letter, published by The Sun, Dame Deborah tells her son Hugo and daughter Eloise that they are “my world”. She writes: “I believe in self-fulfilling prophecies, I believe in rebellious hope and I believe my children will be OK when I die.

The final letter written by the late Dame Deborah James, which she sent to her family, has been revealed for the first time since her passing on 28 June 2022.The author, journalist, podcast host and cancer campaigner who lost her battle with the disease, wrote the book How To Live When You Could Be Dead whilst she was terminally ill. In an extract of a letter she wrote to her family in the book, which was obtained by The Sun, the dame shared her experience of her four year fight with cancer, and how to stay strong in the face of overwhelming adversity.

Deborah James’ husband Sebastien has shared the final words he said to her before she “slipped away”. The campaigner, who became known as bowelbabe, passed away aged 40 in June after battling bowel cancer for five years. Speaking to The Sun, her beloved husband Sebastien said that he told her how proud he was of her in her final moments.

The husband of the late Dame Deborah James has recalled his last moments with his wife in his first interview since she passed away on 28 June at the age of 40. The podcast host and mother-of-two, who had the nickname Bowelbabe, lost her fight with cancer earlier this year after being diagnosed with bowel cancer back in 2016. Deborah’s husband Sebastien, 42, has now opened up about his last moments with her in his first interview following her death.

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Dame Deborah James' mum said she will miss her late daughter "forever" in a heartbreaking tribute.The much-loved campaigner, podcast host and fundraiser lost her fight against bowel cancer on June 28 aged 40 following a diagnosis in 2016. A funeral was held on July 20 in a private ceremony which saw friends and family lay the star known as BowelBabe to rest. Among the mourners were a host of celebrities including Lorraine Kelly, Gaby Roslin and McFly singer Tom Fletcher.

Lauren Mahon has paid tribute to her late pal Dame Deborah James after the podcast they hosted together, alongside Rachael Bland, scooped up the Champion Award at the British Podcast Awards on Saturday 22 July. Dame Deborah, Rachael and Lauren started the podcast together back in 2018 as former cancer patients.There, they would discuss everything from navigating life with the disease, treatment and more. Rachael passed away at the age of 40 the same year they started the podcast, and Deborah died on 28 June 2022 following some time receiving end-of-life care for bowel cancer.

Lorraine Kelly has spoken out on the funeral of her late friend Dame Deborah James following her untimely death at the age of 40 last month.The journalist and broadcaster's farewell took place on Wednesday 20 July, in Barnes, London, and was attended by the ITV star, 62, along with a number of other famous faces. Returning to work on Thursday 21 July, Lorraine appeared on Good Morning Britain ahead of her own show, where Ben Shephard, 47, encouraged her to tell viewers about the emotional day. "It looked like an incredible day Lorraine," he shared, to which she responded: "Do you know Ben, it was beautiful.

Lorraine Kelly has sparked a huge reaction amongst her fans after sharing a poignant new post on Instagram.MORE: Celebrities pay tribute to fundraiser Dame Deborah James at her funeralThe ITV star took to social media after a difficult day – and moved many of her followers to tears. WATCH: Friends and family bid farewell to Dame Deborah JamesLorraine – a close friend of Dame Deborah James – shared a loving dedication to the late campaigner after attending her funeral on Wednesday.READ: Why Prince William was the chosen royal to present Deborah James with her damehoodMORE: Dame Deborah James' life to be celebrated in new BBC documentaryDame Deborah James died from bowel cancer at the age of 40 on 28 June - weeks after she was made a Dame by the Duke of Cambridge. Dame Deborah was just 40 when she passed awayThe mum-of-two – known online as Bowel Babe – passed away surrounded by her family, weeks after she confirmed she had stopped active treatment and was receiving palliative care at her parents' home.READ: Lorraine Kelly apologises to viewers as she fights back tearsMORE: Lorraine Kelly reveals unexpected event during holiday with husband SteveSharing a snapshot of Dame Deborah on social media on Wednesday, Lorraine wrote: "@bowelbabe - my dear friend your funeral today was beautiful.A post shared by Lorraine Kelly (@lorrainekellysmith)Lorraine paid a loving tribute to her late friend"Your children and your husband gave the most heartfelt and lovely tributes.

Dame Deborah James' funeral was held on July 20 in a private ceremony which saw friends and family lay the star known as BowelBabe to rest. After campaigning tirelessly to raise awareness for bowel cancer, Dame Deborah, 40, raised almost £7 million for research and was made a Dame for her efforts. But sadly the much-loved campaigner, podcast host and fundraiser lost her fight against bowel cancer on June 28.

Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to her "dear friend" Dame Deborah James following her emotional funeral. The journalist and broadcaster's farewell took place on Wednesday 20 July, in Barnes, London, and was attended by the ITV star, 62, along with a number of other famous faces. Lorraine was pictured wearing a black shirt with pearl buttons and had styled her brunette hair down into a straight bob.

Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to her friend Deborah James as she was laid to rest today.

Lorraine Kelly and Tom and Giovanna Fletcher were among those who paid tribute to Dame Deborah James as they attended her funeral on Wednesday.TV and radio host Gaby Roslin, newsreader Sophie Raworth, restaurateur and presenter Oliver Peyton and jazz singer Natalie Rushdie and her husband Zafar were also in attendance.MORE: Dame Deborah James' life to be celebrated in new BBC documentary - detailsThe late fundraiser was laid to rest at St Mary's Church in Barnes, West London, with her husband Sebastien Bowen and their children Hugo, 14, and Eloise, 12, walking behind the hearse with other family members.Deborah died last month at the age of 40 after being diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016.WATCH: Bowel cancer campaigner Dame Deborah James' last goodbye The BBC presenter, who developed the online persona Bowelbabe following her diagnosis, raised more than £6million for cancer research.MORE: Why Prince William was the chosen royal to present Deborah James with her damehoodMORE: Bowel cancer symptoms explained after the sad loss of Dame Deborah JamesThe Duke of Cambridge awarded her a Damehood in May, and both he and the Duchess of Cambridge expressed their sorrow at her death when the news was announced. Tom and Giovanna Fletcher paid tributeSharing a personal message to their social media channels, they wrote: "We are so sad to hear the heartbreaking news about Dame Deborah.

Lorraine Kelly is among the mourners gathered at Dame Deborah James' funeral in London as friends and family say goodbye to the beloved campaigner.

Deborah James - who inspired millions with her campaign to raise awareness of bowel cancer.  The private ceremony at a church in London is being attended by family and friends, including TV presenter Lorraine Kelly.  The podcast host and mother of two, who became known as Bowelbabe, her social media handle, died last month aged 40 after being diagnosed with the disease in 2016.

Lorraine Kelly has been photographed leading stars making their way to mourn the loss of their late friend Dame Deborah James.The journalist and broadcaster, who went by the nickname "Bowelbabe", "passed away peacefully" on Tuesday 28 June, her family shared in a statement on her Instagram. Her funeral is taking place today, Wednesday 20 July, in Barnes, London, with family and close friends in attendance – including ITV presenter Lorraine, 62, who wore a black shirt with pearl buttons for the occasion. Lorraine styled her brunette hair down into a straight bob and kept her make up simple, with a smokey black eyeshadow and nude lip.

The funeral of Dame Deborah James is set to take place on today, Wednesday 20 July.The podcast host and mother-of-two, who had the nickname Bowelbabe thanks to her social media handle, passed away last month on 28 June at the age of 40 after being diagnosed with bowel cancer back in 2016. Close friends and family are expected to attend the private service in her memory.The former deputy headteacher was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016 and subsequently kept her nearly 1million Instagram followers up to date with her treatments.

Lorraine Kelly has revealed she's returning to her regularly scheduled ITV programme next week after recovering from Covid-19.The 62 year old, who recently led emotional tributes to the late Deborah James in a heartbreaking documentary, took to her Instagram feed to share the news with her 499,000 followers. Sharing a snap of her negative lateral flow test, she explained in the caption: "NEGATIVE!! Finally - a nasty one but feeling fine now." She went on to share that she will be back on her show in 18 July as she wrote: "See you all on Monday 9am @lorraine @itv HUGE thanks to @carolvorders for holding the fort.

Deborah James' podcast co-host has called the late cancer campaigner's death "surreal" and said her friend's passing "hasn't really hit yet". Dame Deborah, known as Bowel Babe, tragically passed away on June 28 at the age of 40, after being diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016. She had co-hosted the You, Me And The Big C podcast with Lauren Mahon and Rachael Bland – who sadly died in September 2018 aged 40 after treatment for breast cancer.

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