Dame Esther Rantzen Dies: BAFTA-Winning British TV Presenter Was 86
Dame Esther Rantzen, the BAFTA-winning presenter of shows including That’s Life!, has died. She was 86. In a statement issued to the Press Association, her children Miriam Wilcox, Rebecca Wilcox and Joshua Wilcox confirmed the passing of their “adored mother.” Rantzen was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer in 2023 and went on to become a […]
Dame Esther Rantzen, a BAFTA-winning British TV presenter, has died at the age of 86. Her children, Miriam Wilcox, Rebecca Wilcox, and Joshua Wilcox, confirmed her passing in a statement. According to Deadline, Rantzen was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer in 2023.
Her family paid tribute to her, describing her as the "most wonderful mother" and "cherished grandmother" who will be remembered for her "endless capacity for joy". RTE News reported that her legacy will live on through her charities, Childline and the Silverline.
Rantzen was known for presenting shows including That's Life!, and her work with charities and campaigning, particularly for children, older people, and the terminally ill. Her family expressed gratitude for the time they had with her and thanked those who had supported her over the years.
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