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.
Sophie Wessex's beautiful nod to Dame Deborah James during Gibraltar trip
09.06.2022 - 10:47 / ok.co.uk
Sophie Wessex gave a beautiful nod to Dame Deborah James during her trip to Gibraltar trip with her husband, Prince Edward. Deborah is currently receiving at-home hospice care for her stage four bowel cancer, five years after she was first diagnosed with stage three of the disease.
Since announcing the devastating news that she doesn't have long left to live, the 40 year old has raised millions of pounds for cancer research and even launched a clothing range with all profits going to her Bowelbabe fund.The clothing line with InTheStyle has been a huge success – and it's now been revealed that he's even a hit with the Royals, as 57 year old Sophie was seen wearing the t-shirt with Deborah's slogan during her trip. Stepping out in Gibraltar, Sophie swapped her glamorous attire for the low-key top with "Rebellious Hope" written on it.The royal knotted the bottom of the t-shirt and teamed it with a pair of nude-coloured shorts. Her blonde locks were pulled off her face, and she shielded her eyes from the sunshine with a pair of shades.
Deborah was thrilled with Sophie's outfit choice as she took to her Instagram Stories to share a snap. "How great does the Countess of Wessex look in the @inthestyle Rebellious Hope t-shirt for the @bowelbabefund - thank you for the support Sophie! @theroyalfamily," she wrote. Deborah is currently at her parents' house in Woking, Surrey where she admitted she is "scared to sleep" as she's frightened about what could happen. Deborah launched her bowel babe fund when she told fans that she had moved to end of life care, and the response to her callout for donations has been phenomenal. The presenter and podcaster has beaten her initial fundraising target 26 times over, and recently
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msn.com
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'.
dailyrecord.co.uk
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.
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.
ok.co.uk
17.06.2022 / 10:43
Dame Deborah James admits 'surreal' feeling as she continues to defy odds
Dame Deborah James says it feels “surreal” appearing on the front pages of UK national newspapers. The 40 year old, who is receiving end-of-life care at home for bowel cancer, made headlines this week after making what she calls a "milestone" trip to Ascot with her brother - but found the fact she made it to the front pages of many of the biggest newspapers in the UK, including the Daily Mirror, "bonkers." Sharing a video on her Instagram story, she wrote: “I find this front page thing bonkers today.
ok.co.uk
15.06.2022 / 22:55
Dame Deborah James smiles alongside Eamonn and Ruth at Royal Ascot
Dame Deborah James was spotted chatting and smiling with married presenter duo Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford during a day out at Royal Ascot on Wednesday 15 June. The 40 year old podcast host, who is receiving end-of-life care for bowel cancer, wore an elegant look for the annual horse racing event, which featured a polka dot dress, gladiator sandals and a large straw hat as she posed for snaps with the pair trackside. The trio seemed to be enjoying catching up in between races as Ruth knelt down by Deborah's side and place her hand over the mum-of-two's.
hellomagazine.com
10.06.2022 / 11:55
Lorraine Kelly gets emotional as she's inspired by Dame Deborah James
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.
ok.co.uk
09.06.2022 / 13:17
Dame Deborah James feels 'blessed' to be here after 'outliving' doctors' predictions again
Dame Deborah James have an update about her health on Lorraine Kelly's ITV show on Thursday, revealing that she has "outlived" the prediction doctors gave when she left hospital last month. The mother of two was diagnosed with bowel cancer five years ago and in May, she announced the heart-breaking news that she was now receiving end of life care at home. The glamorous 40-year-old appeared on Lorraine in a pre-recorded video, sporting a vibrant pink wig and a matching hot pink t-shirt to represent the Race for Life colours.